Benchmark Percents

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What is a benchmark percent?

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A benchmark percent is a commonly used percentage that helps estimate values quickly, such as 1%, 5%, and 10%.

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How do you calculate 15% of a number?

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To calculate 15% of a number, multiply the number by 0.15.

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What is the formula to calculate a tip?

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Tip = Total Bill Amount x Tip Percentage.

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Calculate 15% of $32.56.

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$4.88

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Calculate 15% of $47.

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$7.05

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Calculate 15% of $24.

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$3.60

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How do you find 77% of a number using benchmark percents?

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Calculate 10% of the number, then multiply by 7.7.

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Calculate 77% of 1400 using benchmark percents.

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$1078

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How do you find 98% of a number using benchmark percents?

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Calculate 100% of the number, then subtract 2%.

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Calculate 98% of 389 using benchmark percents.

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$381.22