Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: 610
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
We combine a fractional percentage (22.5%) of a large number with a more-than-100% percentage (135%) of a medium number. Compute both exactly and then select the closest option.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Compute each product precisely, sum, and round to the nearest listed value if necessary.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Verification / Alternative check:
The numbers are symmetric in this case, each contributing 303.75; together they give 607.5, clearly closest to 610 among the choices.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:
Treating 22.5% as 22.5 (not 0.225) or mixing percentage bases. Always convert to multipliers before multiplying.
Final Answer:
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