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42 is 70% of 60

Steps to solve "42 is 70 percent of what number?"

1. We have, 70% × x = 42
2. or, 70/100 × x = 42
3. Multiplying both sides by 100 and dividing both sides by 70,
   we have x = 42 × 100/70
4. x = 60
   

   If you are using a calculator, simply enter 42×100÷70, which will give you the answer.

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