25% of what number is 137

548

Step-by-step explanation:

1) Divide 137 by 0.25 (25%)

137/0.25 = 548.

To check, find 25% of 548.

(548 x 25) / 100 = 137

Answer:548

Step-by-step explanation:

Formula = Number x 100

Percent = 137 x 100

25 = 548

Following shows the steps on how to derive this formula

Step 1: If 25% of a number is 137, then what is 100% of that number? Setup the equation.

137

25% = Y

100%

Step 2: Solve for Y

Using cross multiplication of two fractions, we get

25Y = 137 x 100

25Y = 13700

Y = 13700

100 = 548