The Daily News reported that 54% of people surveyed said in which they would vote for Larry Salva for mayor. Based on the survey results, if 23,500 people vote in the election, how many people are usual to vote for Mr. Salva?
Find 54% of 23,500 through multiplying 23,500 by the decimal equivalent of 54% (0.54); 23,500 × 0.54 = 12,690; 12,690 people are expected to vote for Mr. Salva.