Sergio got 80% on a test. He answers 24 questions right. How many questions are on the test?

Question

Sergio got 80% on his math test. He answers 24 questions correct. How many questions are on the test?

Answer 1

percent times whole = part

 

Let x equal the whole (questions on test)

 

80℅(x) = 24

 

.8x = 24

 

Can you solve for x and tell us your answer?