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Answer: ASet 4: Percentages (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Recent studies show that 12 is what percent of 30?
12 is what percent of 30?
A.✓ Correct
40%
B.
30%
C.
80%
D.
50%
Detailed Explanation
[Variation 1] Choice A is the best answer. 12/30 = 40/100 = 40%
Why others are wrong:
B: 30% is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 80% is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 50% is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.