If x% of 240 equals 12, find x

MATHEMATICS
WAEC 2008

If x% of 240 equals 12, find x

  • A. x = 1
  • B. x = 3
  • C. x = 5
  • D. x = 7

Correct Answer: C. x = 5

Explanation

x% of 240 = 12

\(\frac{x}{100} \times 240 = 12\)

x = \(\frac{12 \times 100}{240}\)

x = 5



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