The table below shows the approximate value of Canada's crude oil and natural gas exports over a 5-year period.The amounts shown are billions of dollars.
TABLE 2-7
-Refer to Table 2-7.Assume that 2009 is the base year,with an index number = 100.What is the index number for the value of crude oil exports in 2013?
A)52.5
B)52.5%
C)38.5
D)90.6
E)190.6

Question

The table below shows the approximate value of Canada's crude oil and natural gas exports over a 5-year period.The amounts shown are billions of dollars.
  TABLE 2-7
-Refer to Table 2-7.Assume that 2009 is the base year,with an index number = 100.What is the index number for the value of crude oil exports in 2013?
A)52.5 
B)52.5% 
C)38.5 
D)90.6 
E)190.6

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The index number for 2013 is calculated by comparing the value of crude oil exports in 2013 to the base year 2009. If the index number is 190.6, it means the value in 2013 is 90.6% higher than in 2009.

The Table Below Shows the Approximate Value of Canada's Crude