Question

In the 2011 season, drew brees of the New Orleans saints completed 468 passes. This was 71.2% of his attempts. How many attempts did he makes?

Source: national football league

Answer 1

He complete 468 passes and this represents 71.2% of his attempted passes. Set this up as a ratio. 468       71.2----  =  ------ x          100 cross multiply and solve46800 = 71.2xx = 657.3He attempted 657 passes.