What is \( 15\% \) of 300?

To find ( 15% ) of 300, you first convert the percentage into a decimal. This is done by dividing 15 by 100, which gives you ( 0.15 ).

Next, you multiply this decimal by 300:

[

0.15 \times 300

]

Performing the multiplication:

[

0.15 \times 300 = 45

]

Thus, ( 15% ) of 300 is 45. This confirms that the choice indicating 45 is the correct answer.

Understanding the process of converting a percentage to a decimal and then performing the multiplication is crucial for solving similar problems in mathematics.