SOLUTION: I need help in this percent problem. Thank you. 56 is 40% of what number? A) 1400 B) 14 C) 22.4 D) 140

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Question 679962: I need help in this percent problem. Thank you.
56 is 40% of what number?
A) 1400
B) 14
C) 22.4
D) 140

Answer by stanbon(75887)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
56 is 40% of what number?
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Let "x" be the number.
Equation:
0.40x = 56
x = 56/0.40
x = 5600/40
x = 140
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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A) 1400
B) 14
C) 22.4
D) 140

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