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45 is 5% of 900

Steps to solve "45 is 5 percent of what number?"

1. We have, 5% × x = 45
2. or, 5/100 × x = 45
3. Multiplying both sides by 100 and dividing both sides by 5,
   we have x = 45 × 100/5
4. x = 900
   

   If you are using a calculator, simply enter 45×100÷5, which will give you the answer.

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