Unit 2 Review-Rates, Ratios, & Percents

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities that shows the relative size of one quantity to another, often expressed as 'a to b'.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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How do you calculate a percentage of a number?

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To calculate a percentage of a number, multiply the number by the percentage (in decimal form). For example, 20% of 50 is 50 * 0.20 = 10.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities when they are combined together, expressed as a quantity per one unit of another quantity.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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How do you convert a fraction to a percentage?

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To convert a fraction to a percentage, divide the numerator by the denominator and then multiply by 100. For example, 1/4 = 0.25 = 25%.

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What is the formula for finding the percent of a number?

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The formula is: Percent = (Part/Whole) * 100.

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What does it mean to find the missing value in a proportion?

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Finding the missing value in a proportion involves setting up a ratio that compares two equivalent fractions and solving for the unknown.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What is 50% of 100?

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50% of 100 is 50.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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If a meal costs $40 and you leave a 15% tip, how much is the tip?

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The tip is $6.00 (40 * 0.15 = 6).

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the ratio of 3 apples to 5 oranges?

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The ratio is 3 to 5.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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How do you express a ratio in simplest form?

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To express a ratio in simplest form, divide both terms of the ratio by their greatest common divisor.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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