Ch. 2 L. 2-3 Homework Practice

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What is a batting average?

Back

A batting average is the ratio of hits to at bats, expressed as a decimal rounded to the nearest thousandth.

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How do you express a decimal as a percent?

Back

To express a decimal as a percent, multiply the decimal by 100 and add a percent sign (%).

Front

What is 0.2 expressed as a percent?

Back

20%.

Front

What is 6/10 expressed as a percent?

Back

60%.

Front

What is 0.7 expressed as a percent?

Back

70%.

Front

What does the symbol '>' mean in comparison?

Back

The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

Front

What does the symbol '<' mean in comparison?

Back

The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

Front

What does the symbol '=' mean in comparison?

Back

The symbol '=' means 'equal to'.

Front

If Derek Jeter's batting average is 0.300 and Jorge Posada's is 0.251, how much greater is Jeter's average than Posada's in percent?

Back

4.9%.

Front

How do you convert a fraction to a percent?

Back

To convert a fraction to a percent, divide the numerator by the denominator, then multiply by 100.