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12 is 80% of what number ?

12 is 80% of what number ?-example-1

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15

Explanation:

12/x= 80/100

cross multiply

80x = 1200

x=15

User Khelben
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Answer:

  • 15

Explanation:

Solve the equation:

  • 12/x = 80/100
  • 12/x = 4/5
  • x = 12*5/4
  • x = 15
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