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3 is 10% of 30

Steps to solve "3 is 10 percent of what number?"

1. We have, 10% × x = 3
2. or, 10/100 × x = 3
3. Multiplying both sides by 100 and dividing both sides by 10,
   we have x = 3 × 100/10
4. x = 30
   

   If you are using a calculator, simply enter 3×100÷10, which will give you the answer.

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