The mayor of a small city has proposed that a gambling casino be built in the downtown area, arguing that the construction proje
ct, resulting jobs, and tax revenue will boost the local economy. A total of 183 residents attend a public hearing on the proposal and a show of hands finds only 31 in favor of the casino. What does this vote tell the city council about public support for the project?
This shows that only 31 out of 183 are in favor of the casino. In other terms: 31/183 = 0.169 or only 17% are favoring the project against 83% . Enough information to show no public support for the casino project
