Translate and solve a “percent of” comparison: If 8% of 96 equals ? of 1/25, determine the value of ? (treat “of” as multiplication).

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: None of these

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
The phrase “? of 1/25” is read as multiplication: (?)*(1/25). This question asks you to match the value of 8% of 96 with a product involving the unknown and the fraction 1/25, then solve for the unknown.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Compute 8% of 96.
  • Equate it to (?)*(1/25).
  • Find the value of ? accordingly.


Concept / Approach:
First evaluate 8% of 96 numerically. Then solve the linear equation (?)*(1/25) = computed value. Multiply both sides by 25 to isolate ?.


Step-by-Step Solution:

8% of 96 = 0.08 * 96 = 7.68.Set (?)*(1/25) = 7.68.Multiply both sides by 25: ? = 7.68 * 25 = 192.


Verification / Alternative check:
Check: 192 * (1/25) = 192/25 = 7.68, which equals 8% of 96. The solution is consistent.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:

  • 19.2, 7.68, 1.92 are intermediate or related numbers, but none equal the actual value of ?.
  • Among the listed options, only “None of these” can be correct since 192 is not presented as a selectable answer.


Common Pitfalls:
Interpreting “of” incorrectly or assuming the question asks for 8% of 96 directly. Always translate the statement into an equation first.


Final Answer:
None of these

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