12/11 Percent

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What is a percent?

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A percent is a way to express a number as a fraction of 100. It is often used to compare ratios.

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How do you convert a decimal to a percent?

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To convert a decimal to a percent, multiply the decimal by 100 and add a percent sign. For example, 0.46 becomes 46%.

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What is the equivalent percent to 0.46?

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46%.

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How do you convert a fraction to a percent?

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30%.

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What is the equivalent percent to 0.05?

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5%.

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How do you find the percent of a part compared to a whole?

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There are 50 animals at the shelter. 45 of the animals are dogs. What is the percent of animals that are dogs?

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90%.

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0.14.

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How do you convert a percent to a decimal?

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To convert a percent to a decimal, divide the percent by 100. For example, 46% becomes 0.46.