Step-by-step explanation:
Steps to solve "45 is 3 percent of what number?"
We have, 3% × x = 45
or,
3
100
× x = 45
Multiplying both sides by 100 and dividing both sides by 3,
we have x = 45 ×
100
3
x = 1500
If you are using a calculator, simply enter 45×100÷3, which will give you the answer.
