Question

Jordan said 60% of 150 people is 80 people. His work is shown below. Is his answer correct? Explain why or why not.60% of 150 = 10% + 50% = 5 + 75 = 80

Answer 1

No, see below.

Explanation:

10% of 150 is .1 times 150= 15

15+75=90

So, Jordan is incorrect.