find the percentage of a number
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Find the percentage of a number. Method 1:
Convert the percentage
to a decimal
25% of 200 0.25 x 200 =50
Method 2:
Convert the percentage to a fraction
25% of 200 25/100 x 200 ¼ x 200 = 50
Word Problems 1.) My new speakers were $200.00 but I also
had to pay the 5% tax, what did I pay for my new speakers?
2.) My shoes were only $60.00 but I also had to pay the 4% delivery charge. What was my total?
3.) The new book was only $20.00 but it was another 60% if the author signed it. What will
my book cost with an author’s signature?
Word Problems 4.) My new laptop was $850.00 plus the
10% tax. What will it cost me?
5.) $6.00 chocolate bars are now on sale for 35% off. What will the chocolate bars cost now?