Question

64% of what number is 144?

Explanation:

Translate the percentage statement into an equation

$$ 0.64 \cdot x = 144 $$

Solve for the unknown number

$$ x = \frac{144}{0.64} $$

Calculate the final value

$$ x = 225 $$

Answer:

64% of what number is 144? <blank>225</blank>