In class of 30 children, 60% can swim. How many children cannot swim?

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asked Apr 2, 2023 150k views

2 Answers

Sixstatesaway · Answer 1 · 2023-04-04T12:01:15+0000

Answer: 12 children

Explanation:

If 60% can swim, then that means 40% do not swim.

40% = 4/10 = 2/5

2/5 * 30 children = 12 children.

Xochitl · Answer 2 · 2023-04-06T14:03:42+0000

Answer:

12 children cannot swim

Explanation:

100% - 60% = 40%

40% cannot swim.

40% can become 0.4.

30 children * 0.4 = 12 children cannot swim