WAEC Mathematics 2009 Question 32

Question 32

Commercial Arithmetic

If 85% of x is ₦3230, what is the value of x?

  1. A.₦2745.50
  2. B.₦3714.50
  3. C.₦3800.00
  4. D.₦4845.00
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Answer: C (₦3800.00)

Explanation

x = 3230 × 100/85 = ₦3800.00.