Question

write and solve an equation to answer the question.
108 is what percent of 72?
$\square = p \cdot \square$

Explanation:

Step1: Set up percentage equation

$108 = p \cdot 72$

Step2: Isolate $p$ by dividing by 72

$p = \frac{108}{72}$

Step3: Simplify to find decimal value

$p = 1.5$

Step4: Convert to percentage

$p = 1.5 \times 100 = 150\%$

Answer:

The completed equation is $108 = p \cdot 72$, and 108 is 150% of 72.