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Post-UTME Mathematics 2017 Objective — Question 32

Question 32 of 50 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) Mathematics 2017 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Rudi needs to calculate 14% of 50 by computing 50 x 14/100. Which of the following methods could Rudi also use to correctly determine the percentage?

  • A. 14/(100-50)
  • B. 50 ÷ 14
  • C. 14/(50 x 100)
  • D. (14+50)/100 / E. 50 x 0.14

Explanation

50 x 0.14 is equivalent to 50 x 14/100, since 0.14 = 14/100.

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