61 is 10% of what number? Algebra Linear Equations Percent Equations 1 Answer Andrea S. Nov 28, 2016 If 61 = 10% of X, then #X=610# Explanation: Proof: #61 = 10%# of # X# means #61 = X *10% = X *10/100 = X/10# or: #61*10 = X# that is #X=610#. 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 2112 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License