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The 17 boys in the class represent 65% of the students in class

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There are 17 boys in the class which represents 65% of the students in class.

To find the missing amount, we need to use the rule of three.

If 17 boys --------- 65%

Then

x boys --------- 100%

Where x=(17*100)/65

x = 26.15

Hence, there are 26 students in class.

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