Question

A drought effects 9 out of 12

Midwestern states. What percent
of midwestern states are affected
by
the drought?

Answer 1

75 %

Explanation:

Simplify. 3 x 25 4 X 25 100 Write the numerator with a percent symbol. So, 75% of the midwestern states are affected by the drought.

Answer 2

You just have to divide 9 by 12 to get your answer of 75%