1. The problem asks us to compare the number of residents who chose Mouse and Bird as their favorite pet from a poll of 145,000 residents. 2. We are given the percentages for each pet choice: - Mouse: 34% - Bird: 18% 3. To find the number of residents who chose each pet, we use the formula: $$\text{Number of residents} = \text{Total residents} \times \frac{\text{Percentage}}{100}$$ 4. Calculate the number of residents who chose Mouse: $$145000 \times \frac{34}{100} = 145000 \times 0.34 = 49300$$ 5. Calculate the number of residents who chose Bird: $$145000 \times \frac{18}{100} = 145000 \times 0.18 = 26100$$ 6. Compare the two numbers: - Mouse: 49300 residents - Bird: 26100 residents 7. Since 49300 > 26100, more residents chose Mouse than Bird. Final answer: More residents chose Mouse. Number of residents who chose Mouse: 49300 Number of residents who chose Bird: 26100