Write the Percent Problem as a Proportion or Equation and Solve

question 74

Multiple Choice

Write the percent problem as a proportion or equation and solve. Round to the nearest tenth or tenth of a percent. 85% of what number is 68?

• A) 80
• B) 85
• C) 65
• D) 57.8
• E) 125

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