A simplified way to say this, is "550 is 55% of what number" because that's what we really want to know. We can find that by setting up an equation using the sentence as a format.
550 is (=) 55% (.55) of what number (x)
So, 550 = .55x. Now, just divide 550 by .55 to get the x alone.
1000 = x Flip it around so it's easier to read.
x = 1000 You can check your answer by finding 55% of it.
1000(.55) = 550
So, Ms. Galan had $1000 in her savings account before buying the television.
