Question

What do you call the 9 in the statement 30% of 9 is 3

Answer 1

9 is the base of the statement.

Explanation:

Since 30% is the rate which shows a percent symbol. 9 is the base which is the basis of the statement. Then 3 is the percentage you got from the 30% of 9.

Answer 2

Answer: You call the 9 a base.

Explanation: 3 is the percentage or part of the whole or base.