Which of the following examples illustrates estimation?
A)The actual percentage of unemployed Americans
B)The varying valid percentages of Republicans and Democrats who closely follow controversial political news
C)The actual average level of education in the United States
D)The percentage of Americans who favor gay and lesbian relations as approximated by the Gallup organization

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Estimation involves approximating a value or quantity based on available data or information. In this case, the Gallup organization is approximating the percentage of Americans who favor gay and lesbian relations based on survey data, which is an example of estimation. The other options either provide the actual value (A and C) or only mention varying percentages without any clear estimation (B).

Which of the Following Examples Illustrates Estimation