Question

What is 25% of 240?

Answer 1

60

Explanation:

I can convert the 25% to decimal (0.25) and multiply by 240

`0.25 * 240=60`

Answer 2

60

Explanation:

25% is equal to one quarter, therefore you simply divide 240 by 4:
`240/4=60`

This may be more easy to visualise if you are comfortable multplying fractions or decimals:

`25% = 1/4 =0.25`

So, 25% of 240 can be written as `240*1/4` or `240*0.25`
which is useful for more complex problems where a calculator may be required.

Answer 3

`color(magenta)(=60`

Explanation:

According to question, to find out `25%` of `240`

`25/(10cancel0)xx24cancel0`

`color(magenta)(=60`

~Hope this helps! :)