Question

12 of the students of the school band likes to play the drums. These 12 students make up 24% of the band. How many student are in the band?

Answer 1

Answer: 50

Step-by-step explanation:

You'll need to find one percent first:

12 ÷ 24= 0.5

0.5= 1% of the band

Now multiply one percent by 100:

0.5x100= 50

There are 50 students in the school band