Question

40 is 60% of what number?

Answer 1

Answer:

We have, 60% × x = 40

or,

60

100

× x = 40

Multiplying both sides by 100 and dividing both sides by 60,

we have x = 40 ×

100

60

x = 66.67

If you are using a calculator, simply enter 40×100÷60, which will give you the answer.

Answer 2

40(60/100) 4(6/10) =24/10 = 2.4