Understanding Percentages

This video tutorial explains how to calculate percentages easily. It demonstrates the process using two examples: finding 95% of 60 and 30% of 40. The method involves converting the percentage to a decimal by dividing by 100 and then multiplying by the given number. The tutorial emphasizes moving the decimal point two places to the left to convert percentages to decimals. This approach simplifies percentage calculations, making them more accessible.

What is the first step in finding 95% of a number?

• Multiply the number by 95

• Divide the number by 95

• Add 95 to the number

• Convert 95% to a decimal

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After converting 95% to a decimal, what is the next step to find 95% of 60?

• Add the decimal to 60

• Divide 60 by the decimal

• Multiply the decimal by 60

• Subtract the decimal from 60

How do you convert 30% to a decimal?

• Move the decimal point one place to the left

• Move the decimal point two places to the left

• Move the decimal point two places to the right

• Move the decimal point one place to the right

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What is the result of multiplying 0.3 by 40?

• 10

• 12

• 18

• 15

What is the key takeaway from the video on calculating percentages?

• Percentages can be easily calculated by converting to decimals

• Percentages are difficult to calculate

• Percentages require complex formulas

• Percentages should be avoided in calculations