SSAT Math Question 368: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 368

12.

The number of people who chose Romance is what percent of the number of people who chose Thriller?

  • A. 25%
  • B. 50%
  • C. 67%
  • D. 75%

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

D

Set up a proportion: . Cross multiply and divide both sides by 320: x = 75.

Translate English into Math, using a variable (y) for what, multiplication (×) for of, and equals (=) for is: 240 = × 320. Multiply both sides by 240 and divide both sides by 320: x = 75.

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