Question

60% of what number is 48? solve for w. 60%·w = 48 (0.6·w)/0.6 = 48/0.6 w = 6\overline{)480} w = \square

Explanation:

Step1: Convert percent to decimal

$60\% = 0.6$

Step2: Set up equation

$0.6 \cdot w = 48$

Step3: Isolate $w$ (divide both sides by 0.6)

$w = \frac{48}{0.6}$

Step4: Calculate the value

$w = 80$

Answer:

$w = 80$