Arithmetic Reasoning Question on Percentages

 

What percent of 80 is 60?

As an ASVAB tutor, I remind my students of the importance of studying percentages for the Arithmetic Reasoning section of the ASVAB.  Percentages is one of the 15 subtopics that I cover in my classes on Arithmetic Reasoning and in my book, The ASVAB Tutor’s Arithmetic Reasoning Study Guide.  This problem can be solved as a proportion.  Anyone who knows me will tell you how I am a big fan of proportions.  Being able to set up and solve proportions plays a big role in succeeding on the ASVAB.  Do you know how to set up and solve this problem?  I will present the answer and explanation tomorrow?