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In this lesson, we explore three essential uses of percentages, focusing on solving problems involving percentages in different contexts. We will unravel how to calculate percentages of numbers, determine the total based on a given percentage, and solve profit problems. Through engaging examples such as basketball statistics and retail profits, we demonstrate the application of percentages in everyday scenarios. Join us as we simplify percentage calculations and enhance your problem-solving skills.
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Lesson 4.3 Three uses of %
is % of 100 Obj. To solve % problems Is over of What %? 4 is what % of 6 4 x 6 6 6 x .67 67 %
Example 2: of what number 18 is 35% of what number? 18 35x 35 35 x 51.4
Example 3 A Basketballer makes 70% of his free throws. If he missed 26 shots in a season. How many did he attempt. Is = part Of = whole 30% is missed 26 shots is 30% of what #? 26 .30 x .30 .30 x = 86.7 87 shots taken
Example 4 If I sold my Nike air max Moto 7 shoes for $70.00 Profit. What was the cost if the profit was 20%? 20% of the cost is $70.00 .20 x = $70.00 .20 .20 x = 350.00