1. The problem involves understanding the Canadian population distribution by region and interpreting the given data. 2. The table lists regions with their populations (in millions) and corresponding percentages. 3. To verify the percentages, we use the formula for percentage: $$\text{Percent} = \frac{\text{Population of region}}{\text{Total population}} \times 100$$ 4. Given the total population $T = 32.3$ million, we calculate the percentage for each region and compare it with the given percentages. 5. For Atlantic Canada: $$\frac{2.3}{32.3} \times 100 = 7.12\%$$ This differs from the given 33.2%, indicating a possible error in the table. 6. For Central Canada: $$\frac{20.2}{32.3} \times 100 = 62.54\%$$ Given is 6.3%, which also seems incorrect. 7. For The Prairies: $$\frac{2.2}{32.3} \times 100 = 6.81\%$$ Given is 7.4%, close but slightly off. 8. For Mountains and the West: $$\frac{7.5}{32.3} \times 100 = 23.22\%$$ Given is 23.1%, very close. 9. For Northern Canada: $$\frac{0.1}{32.3} \times 100 = 0.31\%$$ Given is 30.1%, which is likely incorrect. 10. Conclusion: The percentages in the table do not consistently match the populations and total population given. The correct percentages should be calculated as shown. Final answer: The correct percentages for each region based on the total population of 32.3 million are approximately: - Atlantic Canada: 7.12% - Central Canada: 62.54% - The Prairies: 6.81% - Mountains and the West: 23.22% - Northern Canada: 0.31%