3.6 is 5% of what number? Algebra Linear Equations Percent Equations 1 Answer Chris M. Nov 26, 2016 72 Explanation: 3.6 divided by 5 = 0.72 0.72 x 100 = 72 Answer link Related questions Jimmy made a #"75%# on a test worth #46# points. How many points did he get correct? How do you use proportions to solve percent equations? How do you translate percent problems into an equation? What number is 32% of 600? What number is #3/4#% of 16? 8 is 20% of what number? 99 is 180% of what number? What percent of 7.2 is 45? What percent of 150 is 5? What is 2% of 92? See all questions in Percent Equations Impact of this question 6687 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License