Question

9.5 is 40% of what number? Round your answer to the nearest hundredth, if necessary. Will give brainliest because this question is so hard for me and quick need answer ASAP
A) 49.5
B) 376
C) 13.55
D) 23.75

Answer 1

$\frac{9.5}{40} = \frac{x}{100} \\ x = \frac{9.5 \times 100}{40} = \frac{950}{40} = 23.75$
D is true.

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Answer 2

1) Set up a proportion:
9.5/x=40/100
2) Simplify:
9.5/x=2/5
3) Solve by cross-multiplying:
2x=47.5
x=23.75

The answer is 23.75!!