Question

Use numerals instead of words. If necessary, use decimals instead of fractions.
Joe's Hot Dog Stand is only open for lunch. Of today's sales, 26% came from selling plain hot dogs. Since the hot dog stand made $45.50 from selling plain hot dogs, it made $ in total sales for the day.

Answer 1

Set up an equation: 

26% of what = 45.50

26% * x = 45.50

0.26x = 45.50

Divide 45.50 / 0.26