To determine what percent of 80 is 74, follow these steps:
1. Identify the given values:
- Part of the total (the number you are comparing): 74
- Total value: 80
2. Set up the percentage formula:
[tex]\[
\text{Percentage} = \left( \frac{\text{Part}}{\text{Total}} \right) \times 100
\][/tex]
3. Substitute the given values into the formula:
[tex]\[
\text{Percentage} = \left( \frac{74}{80} \right) \times 100
\][/tex]
4. Calculate the division first:
[tex]\[
\frac{74}{80} = 0.925
\][/tex]
5. Multiply the result by 100 to convert it to a percentage:
[tex]\[
0.925 \times 100 = 92.5
\][/tex]
Therefore, 74 is 92.5% of 80.
