Question

16 is 43% of what number

Answer 1

37.20930233

Explanation:

Use the ratio: 43/100 =16/X

Cross multiply: 43X = 1600

Divide both sides by 43: 43X/43 = 1600/43

Simplify: X = 37.20930233

Answer 2

The easiest way to do this is using and algebraic equation. First, 43% is equal to the decimal .43.

Multiplying the total number by the percentage gives you the answer, so

Let x = the number you're looking for.

X * .43 = 16

X = 16 / .43

X = 37.20930232558

Now, I'm assuming you're allowed to round so

37.2093