Question

80% of x is equal to 100.

Find x.

Answer 1

The number is 125 and the equation is 0.8x = 100
Explanation:
80% of x is equal to 100.
Write an equation that shows the relationship of 80%, x, and 100
80% = 0.8
0.8x = 100
x = 100/0.8
x = 125
The number is 125 and the equation is 0.8x = 100

Answer 2

The number is 125 and the equation is 0.8x = 100

Explanation:

80% of x is equal to 100.

Write an equation that shows the relationship of 80%, x, and 100

80% = 0.8

0.8x = 100

x = 100/0.8

x = 125

The number is 125 and the equation is 0.8x = 100