Question

problem 10: spiral review
which is greater?
40% of 12 12% of 40 they are the same

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate 40% of 12

To find a percentage of a number, we convert the percentage to a decimal (by dividing by 100) and then multiply by the number. So, 40% as a decimal is \( 0.40 \). Then we calculate \( 0.40 \times 12 \).
\( 0.40\times12 = 4.8 \)

Step2: Calculate 12% of 40

Similarly, 12% as a decimal is \( 0.12 \). Then we calculate \( 0.12 \times 40 \).
\( 0.12\times40 = 4.8 \)

Step3: Compare the two results

We found that 40% of 12 is \( 4.8 \) and 12% of 40 is also \( 4.8 \). So, they are equal.

Answer:

They are the same