SOLUTION: If 3% of a is the same as 5% of 120, then what is a? Can you please help me with this problem (with the work shown)...I need it quick! Thanks much.

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Question 683024: If 3% of a is the same as 5% of 120, then what is a?
Can you please help me with this problem (with the work shown)...I need it quick!
Thanks much.
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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If 3% of a is the same as 5% of 120, then what is a?
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0.03a = 0.05*120 = 6
a = 6/0.03
a = 200