Percent of a Number

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What is the definition of 'percent'?

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A percent is a ratio expressed as a fraction of 100. It represents a part of a whole.

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How do you calculate a percent of a number?

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To calculate a percent of a number, multiply the number by the percent (in decimal form). For example, to find 15% of 82, calculate 82 * 0.15.

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What is 15% of 82?

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12.3

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If a $25 jacket is on sale for 40% off, what is the cost of the jacket AFTER the discount?

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15

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What is the formula to find the final price after a discount?

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Final Price = Original Price - (Original Price * Discount Rate)