In 1950, the population of the small town of Tulsa was 1200 and had 80 cars. In 1954, the population of Tulsa was 1500 and 150 cars. The ratio of people to cars decreased by what percent from 1950 to 1954?

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In 1950, the population of the small town of Tulsa was 1200 and had 80
cars. In 1954, the population of Tulsa was 1500 and 150 cars. The ratio of people
to cars decreased by what percent from 1950 to 1954?
Transcribed Image Text:In 1950, the population of the small town of Tulsa was 1200 and had 80 cars. In 1954, the population of Tulsa was 1500 and 150 cars. The ratio of people to cars decreased by what percent from 1950 to 1954?
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In 1950, the population is 1200 and the number of cars is 80. In 1954, the population is 1500 and the number of cars is 150.

The ratio of  people  to cars in 1950 is, 120080=15.

The ratio of  people  to cars in 1954 is, 1500150=10.

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