The table below shows hypothetical data for the volume of gold and nickel output across several years.
TABLE 2-6
-Refer to Table 2-6.What is the index number for gold output in Year 2?
A)97.7%
B)0.977
C)-3.4%
D)97.7
E)-34%

Question

The table below shows hypothetical data for the volume of gold and nickel output across several years.
  TABLE 2-6
-Refer to Table 2-6.What is the index number for gold output in Year 2?
A)97.7% 
B)0.977 
C)-3.4% 
D)97.7 
E)-34%

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The index number for gold output in Year 2 is 97.7, which is typically expressed as a whole number without a percentage sign when referring to index numbers.

The Table Below Shows Hypothetical Data for the Volume of Gold