Question

Daniel got a traffic citation. He had the option of paying 30% of his fine for traffic school. If traffic school cost $240, how much was the total fine for his traffic violation?

Answer 1

30% of the fine is $240

Let x = fine
$.3x = 240 \\ x = 240 \div .3 \\ x = 800$
The fine is $800

Answer 2

30%=30/100=0,30

240x0,30=72      $72 total fine