In a population of 7 million, a total of 250,000 females were reported to have been newly diagnosed or have a history of breast cancer in the past year.  Of this population, 61% were white females and 39% were black females.  What is the cancer prevalence, per 100,000?  Round to the nearest whole number.

A. 3,571 per 100,000
B. 36 per 100,000
C. 5,855 per 100,000
D. 92 per 100,000


Answer: A

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