Fractions, Decimals, and Percents

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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Convert the mixed number 6 6/7 to an improper fraction.

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form, where the denominator is a power of ten.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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0.75.

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What is a percent?

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A percent is a ratio expressed as a fraction of 100.

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How do you convert a decimal to a percent?

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Multiply the decimal by 100 and add a percent sign.

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Convert 0.9 to a percent.

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90%.

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What is the formula to find a percentage of a number?

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Multiply the number by the percentage (in decimal form).