Percents

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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 convert a percent to a decimal?

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To convert a percent to a decimal, divide the percent by 100.

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

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Percent of a number = (Percent / 100) * Number.

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What does 'Part to Whole' mean in percent calculations?

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'Part to Whole' refers to finding what percentage a part is of the total whole.

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How do you set up a proportion to find a percent?

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Set it up as x/100 = Part/Whole.

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What is the first step in calculating a discount?

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Determine the original price and the discount percentage.

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How do you find the new price after applying a discount?

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New Price = Original Price - (Discount Percentage * Original Price).

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What is a 15% discount on a $100 item?

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$15.

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If an item costs $50 and is on sale for 30% off, what is the sale price?

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Sale Price = $50 - ($50 * 0.30) = $35.

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What is the percentage increase if a price goes from $40 to $50?

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