Percent Word Problems

Question 1

Converting to a Percent

Answer 1

To convert a fraction, decimal, or an integer to a percent, multiply the decimal or integer by 100 and attach the percent sign

Question 2

Converting from a Percent

Answer 2

To convert a percent to a decimal, drop the percent sign and divide by 100

Question 3

“Percent of” Translations

Answer 3

“Percent of” means to multiply a given percent by a given value

Question 4

“What Percent” Translation

Answer 4

Question 5

“Percent Less Than” Translations

Answer 5

Question 6

“Percent Greater Than” Translations

Answer 6

Question 7

Variable Percent Translations

Answer 7

Question 8

“Percent Change” Formula

Answer 8