Question

Write and solve an equation to answer the question. 14 is what percent of 70?

Answer 1

20%

Explanation:

An equation is 14=x/100*70 or 14=(x%)*70, either one works

solve for x:

1. 14=x/100*70
2. 14/70=x/100 (Divide each side by 70)
3. 1/5=x/100 (Simplify 14/70)
4. 100/5=x (Multiply each side by 100 to isolate x)
5. x=20 (Simplify 100/5)
6. 20% (Rewrite as a percent)

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