46 is 8% of what number?
1 Answer
Jun 10, 2017
575
Explanation:
It helps to convert %'s to a decimal first.
Do this by dividing the % you're given by 100
Now
(Think of x as whatever number times 8% (or 0.08) would give us 46)
Dividing both sides by 0.08...
x = 575
CHECK:
Inputting our solved x-value into the original equation...
0.08(575) = 46