70 is what percent of 120? Algebra Linear Equations Percent Equations 1 Answer GiĆ³ Dec 10, 2016 I got: #58.3%# Explanation: Call the required percent #x%# and use fractions to write: #120/70=(100%)/(x%)# rearrange: #x%=70/120*100%=58.3%# Answer link Related questions Jimmy made a #"75%# on a test worth #46# points. How many points did he get correct? How do you use proportions to solve percent equations? How do you translate percent problems into an equation? What number is 32% of 600? What number is #3/4#% of 16? 8 is 20% of what number? 99 is 180% of what number? What percent of 7.2 is 45? What percent of 150 is 5? What is 2% of 92? See all questions in Percent Equations Impact of this question 3087 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License