125 is 90 times as much as what?

Here we will show you and explain using simple algebra how to calculate "what" in this sentence: "125 is 90 times as much as what?"

When using algebra to solve a word problem, read the word problem thoroughly to make sure you understand exactly what it is asking.

To clarify, "125 is 90 times as much as what?" is the same as "125 is 90 times as much as x", "What is x?" or "90 times a number will have a product of 125 - what is that number?"

Based on that information, we created the following equation to solve "125 is 90 times as much as what?":

90 • x = 125

To solve for x, we divide both sides by 90 to get x by itself. Here is the math to illustrate:

90 • x = 125
90x = 125
90x/90 = 125/90
x = 1.39

Thus, the answer to "125 is 90 times as much as what?" is 1.39.

In other words, 125 is 90 times as much as 1.39 because 90 times 1.39 equals 125. Note that the answer is rounded if necessary.

Times As Much As What Calculator
Need the answer to a similar problem? No problem! Please submit another problem here.

126 is 90 times as much as what?
Here is the next problem on our list that we have explained and answered using algebra.