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Set 5: Percentages (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

What is 10% of 40?

What is 10% of 40?

A.

4

✓ Correct
B.

9

C.

8

D.

14

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. 10% of 40 = 10/100 times 40 = 4

Why others are wrong:
B: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 14 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.