Percents, mark up, mark down

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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 values.

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How do you calculate 30% of a number?

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To calculate 30% of a number, multiply the number by 0.30.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What does 'mark up' mean?

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Mark up refers to the amount added to the cost price of goods to cover overhead and profit.

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What does 'mark down' mean?

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Mark down refers to a reduction in the original selling price of an item.

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How do you find the sale price after a discount?

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To find the sale price, subtract the discount amount from the original price.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is a discount?

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A discount is a reduction in the price of a product or service.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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If a dress costs $60 and is marked down by 30%, what is the new price?

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The new price is $42.

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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 the formula for calculating the discount amount?

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Discount Amount = Original Price x Discount Rate.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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If a pair of shoes originally costs $29.99 and is marked down by 10%, what is the sale price?

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The sale price is $26.99.

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