Solving Percent Problems Effectively

This video tutorial covers section 4.4 on solving percent problems. It introduces various methods such as using fractions, decimals, ratio tables, and equations to solve percent problems. The tutorial includes examples like finding percentages of numbers, applying these concepts to geometry, and real-world scenarios like auctions. The video aims to equip students with multiple strategies to tackle percent problems effectively.

What is the first step in solving a percent problem using the basic method?

• Subtract the percent from the whole

• Convert the percent to a fraction or decimal

• Divide the percent by the whole

• Add the percent to the whole

In the example of finding 25% of 40, what is the simplified fraction of 25%?

• 1/2

• 1/4

• 1/5

• 1/3

When using a ratio table, what is the common factor between 100 and 150?

• 10

• 30

• 20

• 50

What is 60% of 150 using the ratio table method?

• 110

• 80

• 100

• 90

In the equation method, what does 'of' translate to?

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Addition

• Division

What is the result of 50% of 48 using the equation method?

• 96

• 48

• 12

• 24

What is 120% of what number is 72 using the ratio table method?

• 50

• 60

• 70

• 80

In the example of the rectangular room, what is the width if the length is 15 feet and the width is 80% of the length?

• 18 feet

• 15 feet

• 10 feet

• 12 feet

What is the area of the room if the length is 15 feet and the width is 12 feet?

• 170 square feet

• 160 square feet

• 150 square feet

• 180 square feet

If your winning bid is 60% of your maximum bid and the winning bid was $120, what was your maximum bid?

• $220

• $180

• $240

• $200