56 is 28% of an unknown number(x) how would you solve for x

You are given the following information 56 is 28% of an unknown number(x). How woul you solve for x and explain your awnser
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"is" means =

"percent" means /100

"of" means *

56 = 28/100 * x

x = 56 * 100/28

x = 200

Answer:  56 is 28% of 200.
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