Percents, Decimals, & Fractions

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What is a percent?

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A percent is a way of expressing a number as a fraction of 100. It is denoted by the symbol '%'. For example, 50% means 50 out of 100.

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How do you convert a percent to a decimal?

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To convert a percent to a decimal, divide the percent by 100. For example, 25% = 25 ÷ 100 = 0.25.

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How do you convert a decimal to a percent?

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To convert a decimal to a percent, multiply the decimal by 100. For example, 0.75 = 0.75 × 100 = 75%.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator and 'b' is the denominator.

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How do you convert a fraction to a percent?

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To convert a fraction to a percent, divide the numerator by the denominator and then multiply by 100. For example, 1/4 = (1 ÷ 4) × 100 = 25%.

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How do you convert a percent to a fraction?

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To convert a percent to a fraction, write the percent over 100 and simplify if possible. For example, 40% = 40/100 = 2/5.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 60%?

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60% is equivalent to 60/100, which simplifies to 3/5.

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If 15 out of 25 boys chose to go swimming, what percent is that?

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(15 ÷ 25) × 100 = 60%.

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What is the relationship between 80% of 60 and 60% of 80?

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80% of 60 is equal to 60% of 80. Both equal 48.

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If a shirt costs $50 and is on sale for 20% off, how much do you save?

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You save $10 because 20% of $50 is $10.