Calculating Percentages

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What is a percentage?

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A percentage is a fraction expressed as a part of 100. It represents how much of one quantity is present in relation to another quantity.

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How do you calculate a percentage of a number?

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To calculate a percentage of a number, multiply the number by the percentage (in decimal form). For example, to find 20% of 50, calculate 50 * 0.20 = 10.

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What is the formula for finding the percentage of a total?

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The formula is: (Part / Total) * 100 = Percentage.

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What does 50% represent in terms of a whole?

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50% represents half of a whole, as it is equivalent to 1/2.

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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. For example, 25% becomes 0.25.

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What is the relationship between percentages, fractions, and decimals?

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Percentages, fractions, and decimals are different ways to represent the same value. For example, 50% = 0.50 = 1/2.

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How do you find 10% of a number?

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To find 10% of a number, divide the number by 10. For example, 10% of 200 is 200 / 10 = 20.

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What is the significance of 100% in calculations?

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100% represents the whole or total amount. It is the reference point for calculating other percentages.

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How can you find the percentage increase or decrease?

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To find the percentage increase or decrease, use the formula: ((New Value - Old Value) / Old Value) * 100.

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What is the percentage of a number that is equal to 1?

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1% of a number is equal to 0.01 times that number. For example, 1% of 200 is 200 * 0.01 = 2.