Question

Pamela's town voted on a new speed limit. 70% of the 20 votes were in favor of the new speed limit. How many votes were in favor?

Answer 1

14 votes

Explanation:

To find 70% of 20, first convert the percentage into a decimal. Move the decimal place two places to the left.

Now take the 20 and multiply it by 0.70.

You will end up with 14 as your answer.

Answer 2

• 14 votes

Explanation:

• 70% of the 20 votes =
• 0.7*20 =
• 14 votes