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1 July, 18:34

72 is 60% of what number? Enter your answer in the box.

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  1. 1 July, 18:46
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    72 is 60% of what number ...

    72 = 0.60x

    72 / 0.60 = x

    120 = x ... so 72 is 60% of 120
  2. 1 July, 18:58
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    Do cross-multiplication

    72/x = 60/100

    so

    60 times x = 72 times 100

    so

    60x = 7200

    then divide both sides by 60

    x = 120
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