Percent Word Problems
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a percent?
Back
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.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you calculate a percentage of a number?
Back
To calculate a percentage of a number, multiply the number by the percentage (in decimal form). For example, to find 20% of 50, calculate 50 x 0.20 = 10.
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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a tape diagram?
Back
A tape diagram is a visual model that uses rectangles to represent numbers and their relationships. It helps in solving problems involving parts and wholes.
Tags
CCSS.4.NF.B.3C
CCSS.4.NF.B.3D
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If 60% of 120 students want to go bowling, how many students is that?
Back
72 students. (60% of 120 = 0.60 x 120 = 72)
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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you find the percent of a total distance driven?
Back
To find the percent of a total distance driven, divide the distance driven by the total distance and multiply by 100. For example, (280 miles / 400 miles) x 100 = 70%.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the equation to find the total amount when given a percentage?
Back
If you know the percentage and the part, use the equation: Total = Part / (Percentage in decimal form). For example, if 520 cans is 65%, Total = 520 / 0.65 = 800 cans.
Tags
CCSS.6.RP.A.3C
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you set up a proportion to find the total number of problems?
Back
To set up a proportion, use the relationship: Part / Total = Percentage / 100. For example, if 9 problems is 75%, then 9 / Total = 75 / 100.
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