Display Title
Definition--Ratios, Proportions, and Percents Concepts--Percents as Decimals
Display Title
Percents as Decimals
Topic
Ratios, Proportions, and Percents
Definition
Percents as decimals involve converting a percentage into its decimal representation.
Description
Converting percents to decimals is a key skill in mathematics, allowing students to perform calculations involving percentages more easily. To convert, divide the percent by 100.
For example, 75% as a decimal is 0.75, calculated by dividing 75 by 100. This conversion is useful in many contexts, such as finance, where calculations are conducted using decimal values. Mastering this concept enables students to approach real-world problems with greater confidence and accuracy.
Teacher's Script: "If someone says 40%, remember it means 40 out of 100, or you can just convert it by moving the decimal two places left, giving you 0.40."
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| Common Core Standards | CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.RP.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.RP.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.RP.A.3, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.RP.A.3, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSG.SRT.A.1.B |
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| Grade Range | 6 - 8 |
| Curriculum Nodes |
Algebra • Ratios, Proportions, and Percents • Percents |
| Copyright Year | 2021 |
| Keywords | ratios, Percent, definitions, glossary terms, rates, proportions |
