Calculating Percentages
6th GradeMath55 min
Learning Objective
I can calculate the percent of a number.
Lesson Flow
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Math Antics - Finding A Percent Of A Number
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Finding a percent of a number is the same as finding a fraction of an amount.
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To find a percent of a number, you can multiply the number by either the fraction form OR the decimal form of the percent.
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When finding a percent of a number, remember that 'of' means multiply.
Practice
12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“What is 60% of 75? Show your work.”
Teacher Guide
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