Solve the problem. Round to the nearest hundredth, if necessary.
-86 is 114% of what number?
A)75.44
B)129.96
C)754.4
D)12,996

Name: Solve the problem. Round to the nearest hundredth, if necessary. -86 is 114% of what number? A)75.44 B)129.96 C)754.4 D)12,996
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To find the number that 86 is 114% of, you set up the equation 114% * x = 86, where x is the number you're trying to find. Convert 114% to a decimal (1.14) and solve for x: 1.14x = 86. Dividing both sides by 1.14 gives x = 86 / 1.14 = 75.44.

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