The figure above shows the average annual gas prices in the United States from 2003 to 2013. Based on the information shown, which of the following conclusions is valid?
A. A gallon of gas cost more in 2008 than in 2013.
B. The price more than doubled between 2003 and 2013.
C. The drop in price from 2008 to 2009 was more than $1.00 per gallon.
D. The overall change in price was greater between 2003 and 2008 than it was between 2008 and 2013.
Answer:D
The figure above shows the average annual gas prices in the United States from 2003 to 2013. Based on the information shown, which of the following conclusions is valid?
A. A gallon of gas cost more in 2008 than in 2013. B. The price more than doubled between 2003 and 2013. C. The drop in price from 2008 to 2009 was more than $1.00 per gallon. D. The overall change in price was greater between 2003 and 2008 than it was between 2008 and 2013.
Explanation: D