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In mathematics, what is a percentage and how is it typically denoted?
A percentage is a number or ratio expressed as a fraction of 100, often denoted using the percent sign (%), pct., pct, or sometimes pc.
What is 45% equal to in fraction and decimal form?
45% is equal to the fraction $45/100$ and the decimal 0.45.
How would you express 50% of the total number of students in a class if there are 500 students?
If 50% of the total number of students in the class are male, that means that 250 of them are male.
What is the term used to express a number as a fraction of 1,000, and what is its symbol?
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What are percentages often used to express, and what other term and symbol can be used to express a proportionate part of a total?
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Study Notes
What is a Percentage?
- A percentage is a number or ratio expressed as a fraction of 100
- It is often denoted using the percent sign (%), but can also be abbreviated as pct., pct, or pc
- A percentage is a dimensionless number, primarily used to express proportions
Characteristics of Percentages
- A percentage is a unit of measurement, despite being a pure number
- Percentages are used to express a proportionate part of a total
Interpreting Percentages
- A percentage can be read as a ratio or a fraction, e.g., 45% is equal to 45/100 or 0.45
- It can also be expressed as a proportion, e.g., 45:55 (or 45:100 when comparing to the total)
Examples of Percentages
Example 1: Students in a Class
- 50% of students in a class being male means 50 out of every 100 students are male
- If there are 500 students, 250 of them are male
Example 2 (Incomplete)
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Test your knowledge of percentages with this quiz! Explore the concept of percentages, their applications, and calculations. From basic understanding to real-world scenarios, challenge yourself with a variety of percentage-related questions.
