Question

In a college of 400 students, 45% are girls. Of the boys, 30% are football players. How many boys are football players?

A.60
B.66
C.72
D.75

Answer 1

B

Explanation:

100%-45%=55%

55% of 400=220

There are 220 boys in the college.

30% of 220=66

B. 66 boys are football players

Answer 2

B. 66

Explanation:

45% of 400

.45 x 400 = 180 (number of girls)

400 - 180 = 220 (number of boys)

30% of 220

.30 x 220 = 66