Unit 4: Basic Percents and Proportions Review

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What is a proportion?

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A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.

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How do you find the unit rate?

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To find the unit rate, divide the quantity of one item by the quantity of another item, ensuring the second quantity is 1.

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What is 40% of 110?

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44

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How do you calculate a percentage discount?

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To calculate a percentage discount, multiply the original price by the discount percentage (as a decimal) and subtract that amount from the original price.

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What is the formula for calculating sales tax?

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Sales Tax = Original Price x Sales Tax Rate.

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If a computer costs $1300 and is on sale for 10% off, what is the sale price?

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Sale Price = Original Price - (Original Price x Discount Rate) = $1300 - ($1300 x 0.10) = $1170.

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What is the total cost after applying a 15% discount and adding 6.5% sales tax to a $45 bill?

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Total Cost = (Original Price - Discount) + Sales Tax = ($45 - ($45 x 0.15)) + (($45 - ($45 x 0.15)) x 0.065) = $40.74.

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What is the unit rate if Kimberly can read 7 pages in 2 minutes?

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Unit Rate = Total Pages / Total Time = 7 pages / 2 minutes = 3.5 pages per minute.

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What does it mean to find a unit rate in a ratio?

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Finding a unit rate in a ratio means simplifying the ratio to show how much of one item corresponds to one unit of another item.

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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.