The family size would be smaller, because they would be less able to have children who survive to adulthood.<span />
A foreign journalist gave the story an iternational audience.
75% means 75/100, which is 3/4 simplified. You can set up the equation 36=3/4*x, with x being the number he attempted. Divide by 3 and multiply by 4 on both sides, and you get 48=x. Thus, Tim attempted 48 free throws.