Question

Nicole made 36 out of 48 shots she attempted at basketball practice. What

percent of the shots did she miss?

Answer 1

She had missed 75%

Explanation:

36/48 shots is equal to 75/100

which equals 75%

Answer 2

75%

Explanation:

Put the number of shots she made as to the numerator and the shots there were as the denominator: 36/48

We must reduce this fraction to the lowest terms.

36/48 ÷ 12/12 = 3/4

3/4 as a percent is the same as 75/100 or 75%

Answer: 75%