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Please show me how to solve 40% of X is 23?

NOT what is 40% of 23. But what number is 40% of to equal 23.

Thank you!!

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Answer: The answers are in the steps hopes it helps.

Explanation:

40% * x = 23 convert 40% to a decimal

0.4 * x = 23 multiply 0.4 is by x

0.4x = 23 divide both sides by 0.4

x= 57.5

Check:

57.5 * 40% = ?

57.5 * 0.4 = 23

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