Markup and Discount

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What is the formula to calculate a percentage of a number?

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To calculate a percentage of a number, use the formula: (Percentage / 100) * Total Number.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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How do you find the original price if you know the selling price and the discount percentage?

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To find the original price, use the formula: Original Price = Selling Price / (1 - (Discount Percentage / 100)).

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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 original price of a product or service, usually expressed as a percentage.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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How do you calculate the selling price after applying a discount?

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Selling Price = Original Price - (Discount Percentage / 100 * Original Price).

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the relationship between markup and discount?

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Markup is the amount added to the cost price to determine the selling price, while discount is the reduction from the selling price.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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If an item costs $50 and is marked up by 20%, what is the selling price?

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Selling Price = Cost Price + (Markup Percentage / 100 * Cost Price) = $50 + (20/100 * $50) = $60.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is 10% of 200?

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10% of 200 is calculated as (10/100) * 200 = 20.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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How do you convert a fraction to a percentage?

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To convert a fraction to a percentage, divide the numerator by the denominator and multiply by 100.

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What is the percentage increase if a price goes from $80 to $100?

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Percentage Increase = ((New Price - Old Price) / Old Price) * 100 = ((100 - 80) / 80) * 100 = 25%.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What does it mean if an item is on sale for 30% off?

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It means that the item is being sold for 30% less than its original price.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C