6.5% of what number is 325?

1 Answer
Apr 25, 2017

5000

Explanation:

It is easier to see the percentage as decimals.
Let's convert it.

6.5-:100=0.065

So... a number we don't know,x, times 0.065 [6.5%], gives us 325

x(0.065)=325

Now find x

Divide both sides by 0.065 to find x

(xcancel0.065)/(cancel0.065)=325/0.065

x=325/0.065

x=5000