Digital PSAT Reading and Writing Practice Question 138: Answer and Explanation

Question: 138

Using the graph, what is true about the relationship between the number of students with green eyes and the number of students with brown eyes?

  • A. The number of students with green eyes equals one-sixth of the number of students with brown eyes.
  • B. Green eyes are a recessive trait and more uncommon than brown eyes.
  • C. Hazel eyes are a variant of green and should be included in the green eyes total.
  • D. For every ten students with green eyes there are six students with brown eyes.

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

(A) In this graph, "green" takes up 10% while "brown" takes up 60%. Therefore, the ratio is 1:6 or one-sixth.

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