To calculate the relative change in gas price and the petroleum import price from 2008 to 2009, we will use the formula for percent change:

$\text{Relative Change} = \frac{\text{New Value} - \text{Old Value}}{\text{Old Value}} \times 100$

1. Gas Price Relative Change (2008-2009):

• Old Value (January 2008): $3.047
• New Value (January 2009): $1.787

$\text{Relative Change in Gas Price} = \frac{1.787 - 3.047}{3.047} \times 100$

2. Petroleum Import Price Index Relative Change (2008-2009):

• Old Value (January 2008): 319.6
• New Value (January 2009): 143.8

$\text{Relative Change in Petroleum Import Price Index} = \frac{143.8 - 319.6}{319.6} \times 100$

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Tip: Always consider inflation when comparing historical prices to modern values for a more accurate understanding.