30% of what number is 72

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Shannon George

10 January, 22:08

30% of what number is 72

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Brynn Bright · Answer 1

240

Step-by-step explanation:

Of means multiply and is means equals

30% * n = 72

Changing to decimal form

.30 n = 72

Divide each side by. 3

.30n/.3 = 72/.3

n = 240

Lillie Gates · Answer 2

The number is 240

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Make an expression

0.3 * n = 72

0.3n = 72

Step 2: Divide both sides by 0.3

0.3n / 0.3 = 72 / 0.3

n = 240

Answer: The number is 240