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John spent $25, which is 15 percent of his monthly wage. What is his monthly ... ...

John spent $25, which is 15 percent of his monthly wage. What is his monthly wage?
(A)    $80
(B) ...
(C) ...
(D) ...
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*This question is included in Nova Math - Problem Set V: Percents

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John spent $25, which is 15 percent of his monthly wage. What is his monthly ... ... 
Posted: 06/13/2014 20:52
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Posted: 06/14/2014 15:56
Maria, did you look at the explanation?

$25 = 15% * monthly wage

Monthly wage = $25 divided by 15%
= $25 divided by 15/100
=$25 * 100 / 15
=$2500 / 15
= $166.67

Answer B.
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