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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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What does 'markup' mean in pricing?

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Markup is the amount added to the cost price of goods to cover overhead and profit. It is usually expressed as a percentage of the cost.

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How do you calculate the total cost after a discount?

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To calculate the total cost after a discount, subtract the discount amount from the original price. For example, if a shirt costs $50 and has a 20% discount, the discount is $10, so the total cost is $40.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is a tip and how is it calculated?

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A tip is a sum of money given to someone for their service, typically calculated as a percentage of the total bill. For example, an 18% tip on a $100 bill is $18.

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How do you find the final price after applying a percentage increase?

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To find the final price after a percentage increase, multiply the original price by (1 + percentage increase in decimal form). For example, a 12% increase on a $45 ticket is $45 x 1.12 = $50.40.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the formula for calculating the discount amount?

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The discount amount can be calculated using the formula: Discount Amount = Original Price x (Discount Percentage in decimal form).

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How do you convert a percentage to a decimal?

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To convert a percentage to a decimal, divide the percentage by 100. For example, 25% as a decimal is 0.25.

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What is the original price if the sale price is $31.02 after a 34% discount?

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To find the original price, use the formula: Original Price = Sale Price / (1 - Discount Percentage in decimal form). So, Original Price = $31.02 / (1 - 0.34) = $47.

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How do you calculate the total bill including tax?

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To calculate the total bill including tax, multiply the original bill by (1 + tax rate in decimal form). For example, if the bill is $352.82 and the tax rate is 8%, the total is $352.82 x 1.08 = $380.05.

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