Research shows that 14% of 6th graders in K-6 schools have tried cigarettes and 61% of 7th graders in 8-9 or 7-9 middle schools have tried cigarettes. What is the absolute increase, to the nearest percent?
A) 77%
B) 336%
C) 436%
D) 47%

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The absolute increase is calculated by subtracting the percentage of 6th graders who have tried cigarettes from the percentage of 7th graders who have tried cigarettes: 61% - 14% = 47%.

Research Shows That 14% of 6th Graders in K-6 Schools