Question

15% of what number is 24?

O A) 36

OB) 150

OC) 160

OD) 180​

Answer 1

C) 160

Explanation:

Let the number be x

15% of x = 15/100 * x

15/100 * x = 24

x = 24*100 / 15

x = 160

Answer 2

160

Explanation:

We have, 15% × x = 24

or,

15

100

× x = 24

Multiplying both sides by 100 and dividing both sides by 15,

we have x = 24 ×

100

15

x = 160

If you are using a calculator, simply enter 24×100÷15, which will give you the answer.