Key takeaway
Discounts, tax, change
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Test yourself first: 5 questions
Question 1 of 5
12 is what percent of 48?
Answer: C. Percent = part ÷ whole × 100 = 12 ÷ 48 × 100 = 25%.
Question 2 of 5
Convert 3/5 to a percent.
Answer: C. 3 ÷ 5 = 0.6, and 0.6 × 100 = 60%.
Question 3 of 5
Convert 45% to a decimal.
Answer: B. To convert a percent to a decimal, move the decimal two places left: 45% = 0.45.
Question 4 of 5
What is 0.25 written as a percent?
Answer: B. Move the decimal two places right and add %: 0.25 = 25%.
Question 5 of 5
A shirt regularly priced at $25 is on sale for $20. What is the percent discount?
Answer: B. Discount = $5 off $25 = 5/25 = 0.20 = 20%.
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