To determine which statement best describes the table, we need to compare the voter turnout percentages between states with and without election-day registration for both 2008 and 2012. Let's proceed step-by-step to analyze the data presented:
1. Data Collection:
- States with Election-Day Registration (EDR):
- 2008: 72%
- 2012: 65%
- States without Election-Day Registration:
- 2008: 62%
- 2012: 58%
2. Calculate Average Turnout:
- Average Turnout for States with Election-Day Registration:
To find the average turnout, add the percentages for 2008 and 2012 and then divide by 2:
[tex]\[
\text{Average Turnout with EDR} = \frac{72\% + 65\%}{2} = \frac{137\%}{2} = 68.5\%
\][/tex]
- Average Turnout for States without Election-Day Registration:
Similarly, add the percentages for 2008 and 2012 and then divide by 2:
[tex]\[
\text{Average Turnout without EDR} = \frac{62\% + 58\%}{2} = \frac{120\%}{2} = 60.0\%
\][/tex]
3. Comparison of Average Turnout:
- Average Turnout with EDR: 68.5%
- Average Turnout without EDR: 60.0%
By comparing these two average turnouts:
- 68.5\% (with EDR) is higher than 60.0\% (without EDR)
4. Conclusion:
Given that the average turnout in states with election-day registration is higher than in states without, the best statement that describes the table is:
States with election-day registration had higher turnout.
So, the correct statement is:
1. States with election-day registration had higher turnout.
