Question

116 is 35% of what number?

a.
6.2
c.
30.2
b.
3.31
d.
331.4

Answer 1

d. 331.4.

Explanation:

We can do this using a simple equation.

Let the number be x and using 0.35 for 35%:

0.35x = 116

x = 116/ 0.35

x = 331.4 (answer).

Answer 2

(35/100)x=116
35x = 11,600
x=331.4
the answer to the question is d