Question

Question 14. 50% of a certain
number is 450. Find the number.​

Answer 1

Answer:

We have, 50% × x = 450

or,

50

100

× x = 450

Multiplying both sides by 100 and dividing both sides by 50,

we have x = 450 ×

100

50

x = 900

If you are using a calculator, simply enter 450×100÷50, which will give you the answer.

Answer 2

Answer:

The number=900

Step-by-step explanation:

Given:-

50% of a certain number is 450.

To find:-

Find the number.

Solution:-

Let the number be X

50% of the number =

=>50% of X

=>(50/100)×X

=>(1/2)×X

=>X/2

According to the given problem

50% of the number =450

=>X/2=450

=>X=450×2

=>X=900

Hence the number =900

Answer:-

The required number =900

Check:-

Number =900

50% of 900

=>(50/100)×900

=>900/2

=>450

Verified✅