Question

Of the 8 solo acts, 75% sang a song. How many of the solo performers were singers? A. 4. B. 5. C. 6. D. 7.

Answer 1

Multiply 8 and 75% together

75/100 divide by 5

15/20 divide by 5

15/20=3/4

8*3/4

Cross out 8 and 4 , divide by 4

2*3= 6

Answer is 6- C.

Answer 2

C. 6.

Explanation:

We multiply the number of solo acts by the percent that were singers

8 * 75%

8 * .75

6