Part, Whole, & Percent

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What is a percent?

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A percent is a way to express a number as a fraction of 100. It is often used to compare proportions.

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How do you convert a fraction to a percent?

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To convert a fraction to a percent, divide the top number (numerator) by the bottom number (denominator) and then multiply by 100.

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If 64% of a model is shaded, what fraction represents the shaded portion?

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The shaded portion can be represented as 64/100 or simplified to 16/25.

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What is the total income if strawberries account for 35% of $200?

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If strawberries account for 35% of the total income, then the total income is $200.

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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). For example, 90% of 50 is 0.90 * 50 = 45.

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If Jason saved 30% of his birthday money and saved $12, how much did he receive?

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If Jason saved $12, then he received $40 for his birthday.

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What is the formula to calculate percent grade?

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Percent grade = (Points earned / Total possible points) * 100.

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If Eric earned 60 points out of 75, what is his percent grade?

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Eric's percent grade is 80%.

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What does it mean if a part is 42% of a whole?

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It means that the part represents 42 out of every 100 equal parts of the whole.

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How do you express 80% as a fraction?

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80% can be expressed as 80/100, which simplifies to 4/5.