12 is 40% of what number? Algebra Linear Equations Percent Equations 1 Answer S.S Nov 30, 2016 x = 30x=30 Explanation: 0.4x = 120.4x=12 x = 12/0.4x=120.4 x = 30x=30 Answer link Related questions Jimmy made a "75%75% on a test worth 4646 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 3/434% 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 39728 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License