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40% of x is 35. Write an equation that shows the relationship of 40%, x, and 35. Use your equation to find x. Show your reasoning.

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Answer:

a) The equation
(40)/(100) x = 35

b) x = 87.5

Explanation:

Given that 40%of x is 35

we have to write the equation


(40)/(100) x = 35

cross multiplication, we get

40x = 35× 100


x = (3500)/(40) = 87.5

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