Correct option is D
Formula Used:
Average =
Solution:
Service sector values from the chart:
2004: 120.41
2005: 121.47
2006: 187.98
2007: 205.67
2008: 119.35
Average = = 150.976
From the Option: Compare each year to average
Year | Investment | Difference from Avg. |
2004 | 120.41 | 30.57 |
2006 | 187.98 | 37.00 |
2007 | 205.67 | 54.69 |
2008 | 119.35 | 31.63 |
Thus, the closest year is 2004










