Algebra 1 : Decimals and Percentage

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Example Questions

Example Question #101 : Decimals And Percentage

Convert to a decimal rounded to one decimal place

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Correct answer:

Explanation:

To convert a percentage to a decimal, simply take the number and divide it by 100.

Example Question #102 : Decimals And Percentage

Convert  to a decimal.

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

Regardless if the percentage has a decimal in it or not, to convert a percent to a decimal take the percentage and divide it by 100.

Example Question #103 : Decimals And Percentage

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

First multiple the percentage by the fraction:

Then divide the percentage value by 100 to get the decimal equivalent

Example Question #104 : Decimals And Percentage

Convert the decimal to a percent:

0.55

Possible Answers:

0.55%

50%

5.5%

5%

55%

Correct answer:

55%

Explanation:

To convert the decimal to a percent, move the decimal to the right two places, or multiply it by 100.

 

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