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Set 5: Percentages (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Recent studies show that what is 20% of 70?

What is 20% of 70?

A.

9

B.

4

C.

28

D.

14

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 1] Choice D is the best answer. 20% of 70 = 20/100 times 70 = 14

Why others are wrong:
A: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 28 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.