Percentages · Question 16 · Easy
If 18% of a number equals 27% of 400, what is the number?
- 540
- 720
- 600
- 648
Answer and explanation
Answer: C. 600
Explanation: 0.18x = 0.27 × 400 = 108, so x = 108 ÷ 0.18 = 600.
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