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85 is 10% of 850

Steps to solve "85 is 10 percent of what number?"

1. We have, 10% × x = 85
2. or, 10/100 × x = 85
3. Multiplying both sides by 100 and dividing both sides by 10,
   we have x = 85 × 100/10
4. x = 850
   

   If you are using a calculator, simply enter 85×100÷10, which will give you the answer.

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