6th grade percents

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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 quantities.

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How do you calculate the percent of a number?

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To calculate the percent of a number, multiply the number by the percent (as a decimal) and then divide by 100.

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What is 50% of 200?

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100

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If 25% of a class of 40 students are girls, how many girls are there?

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10 girls

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What does it mean if something is 100%?

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It means the whole amount or the total.

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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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What is 10% of 50?

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5

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If a shirt costs $20 and is on sale for 25% off, what is the sale price?

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$15

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What is the percent increase if a price goes from $40 to $50?

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25% increase

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How do you find the total amount if you know the percent and the part?

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To find the total amount, divide the part by the percent (as a decimal).

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