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What is the formula to calculate percent change?

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Percent Change = ((New Value - Old Value) / Old Value) * 100

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How do you calculate 40% of a number?

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To calculate 40% of a number, multiply the number by 0.40.

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What is the formula to calculate a tip based on a percentage?

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Tip = Bill Amount * (Tip Percentage / 100)

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How do you find 19% of a number?

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To find 19% of a number, multiply the number by 0.19.

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If 26 is 5% of a number, how do you find that number?

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To find the number, divide 26 by 0.05.

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What does it mean to find the percent of a number?

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Finding the percent of a number means calculating how much that percentage represents in terms of the whole number.

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What is the significance of rounding in percent calculations?

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Rounding is used to simplify numbers, making them easier to work with, especially in practical applications like tips or percent changes.

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How do you convert a percentage to a decimal?

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To convert a percentage to a decimal, divide the percentage by 100.

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What is the relationship between fractions and percentages?

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A percentage is a fraction out of 100, so to convert a fraction to a percentage, multiply by 100.

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How can you check if your percent change calculation is correct?

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You can check by ensuring that the calculated percent change reflects the correct increase or decrease relative to the original value.