Keith spent 60% of jis birthday money at the mall. If he spent $24 at the mall, how much money did Keith receive for his birthday

24 x 100 = 2400

2400 divided by 60 = 40

Keith got $40 for his birthday.

We know that Keith spend 60% of his money, or $24

60% = $24

To find 100%, we must first find 10%

To get from 60% to 10%, we divide by 6

Do the same to the other value

$24 / 6 = $4

10% = $4

To find 100%, we now multiply by 10

$4 x 10 = $40

Keith received $40 for his birthday