Percents Review

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What is a 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 convert a decimal to a percent?

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

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What is 15% of 12?

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1.8

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How do you find the percent of a number?

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To find the percent of a number, multiply the number by the percent (as a decimal).

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Angeliz made 90% of the 50 free throws she attempted. How many free throws did Angela make?

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45

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How do you calculate the sale price after a discount?

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Sale Price = Original Price - Discount Amount.

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What is the formula to calculate the discount amount?

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Discount Amount = Original Price x (Discount Percentage / 100).

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Mike needs a new tent for a family camping trip. If the tent costs $250 and is on a 30% off sale, what is the discount?

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$75.00

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What is 200 as a percent of 720?

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28%.

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How do you round a percent to the nearest whole number?

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Look at the first decimal place: if it's 5 or more, round up; if it's less than 5, round down.