In 2008, the population of New Zealand was approximately 4,275,000 people. If the birth rate was 14 births for every 1,000 people, approximately how many births occurred in New Zealand in 2008?
A) 6,000
B) 42,275
C) 59,850
D) 140,000

Question

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To find the number of births that occurred in New Zealand in 2008, we need to use the birth rate and the population.

First, we can calculate the total number of births per year by multiplying the birth rate (14 births per 1,000 people) by the total population:

14/1000 x 4,275,000 = 59,850

Therefore, approximately 59,850 births occurred in New Zealand in 2008. The best choice is C.

In 2008, the Population of New Zealand Was Approximately 4,275,000