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 8?
A)104.1%
B)104.1
C)1.04
D)60
E)60%

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 8?
A)104.1% 
B)104.1 
C)1.04 
D)60 
E)60%

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Index numbers are typically expressed without a percentage sign, so 104.1 is the correct representation.

The Table Below Shows Hypothetical Data for the Volume of Gold