A survey questionnaire was sent to 1,000 individuals. 456 of those individuals filled out and returned the questionnaire. What is the nonresponse rate of this survey?
A) 45.6%
B) 54.4%
C) 45.0%
D) 55.1%

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The nonresponse rate is calculated by subtracting the response rate from 100%. In this case, 456 out of 1,000 individuals responded, so the response rate is 45.6%. Therefore, the nonresponse rate is 100% - 45.6% = 54.4%.

A Survey Questionnaire Was Sent to 1,000 Individuals