Question

Of the building permits issued, 85% were for single-family dwellings. There were 760 permits issued. How many were for single-family dwellings?

Answer 1

646 were single family permits

Explanation:

85% of 760

Answer 2

Answer: 646

Explanation:

The total permit= 760

85% of the permits were for single dwellings

The total number of single dwellings with the permits is

85/100 x 760

0.85 x 760

= 646