SOLUTION: 582 is 13.6 % of what number? This is what I got: 582 x .136 = x x = 79.152 Is this correct?

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Question 227601: 582 is 13.6 % of what number?
This is what I got:
582 x .136 = x
x = 79.152
Is this correct?
Answer by rapaljer(4671) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
No! Just translate this into math symbols. The word "IS" means "=", the word "OF" means "multiply", and "what number" means "x".
582 is 13.6% of what number.
582 = .136 * x

To solve for x, divide both sides by .136:
x=+582%2F.136
x=4279.41 approximately

Dr. Robert J. Rapalje, Retired
Seminole State College of Florida
Altamonte Springs Campus