SOLUTION: 16 is 40%of what number?

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Question 72192This question is from textbook Glencoe Pre-Algebra
: 16 is 40%of what number? This question is from textbook Glencoe Pre-Algebra

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Use:
Is = %
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Of 100
Fraction = to a fraction you always cross multiply: ALWAYS
1600 = 40x
Divide by 40
1600/40 = 40