Question

Its was estimated that 250 people would attend the movie, but 235 people actually attended. What is the percent error, to the nearest percent, of the estimate?

Answer 1

Answer:

the percent error is 6%

Step-by-step explanation:

Given that

The estimated people who attend the movie is 250

And, the people who actually attended is 235

We need to find out the percent error

So

Percent error is

= (250 - 235) ÷ (235)

= 6.38%

= 6%

Hence, the percent error is 6%