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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 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, to find 20% of 50, calculate 50 x 0.20 = 10.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the formula for percent increase?

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Percent Increase = ((New Value - Original Value) / Original Value) x 100.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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If 65% of 520 students ride the bus, how many students ride the bus?

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338 students.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the formula for finding the original price after a discount?

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Original Price = Sale Price / (1 - Discount Rate).

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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If a shirt costs $25 and is on sale for 10% off, what is the sale price?

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Sale Price = $25 - ($25 x 0.10) = $22.50.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the formula for finding the final price after multiple discounts?

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Final Price = Original Price x (1 - First Discount Rate) x (1 - Second Discount Rate).

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2C

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If Cary spent 85% of $20, how much money does she have left?

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Cary has $3 left.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is 30% of 60 students?

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18 students.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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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 numerator by the denominator and multiply by 100.