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0. Review of Algebra4h 18m
1. Equations & Inequalities3h 18m
2. Graphs of Equations43m
3. Functions2h 17m
4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
5. Rational Functions1h 23m
6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
7. Systems of Equations & Matrices4h 6m
8. Conic Sections2h 23m
9. Sequences, Series, & Induction1h 22m
10. Combinatorics & Probability1h 45m

0. Review of Algebra

Exponents

College Algebra

0. Review of Algebra

Exponents

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Problem 170

Textbook Question

Write each decimal as a percent. 0.6

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Understand that converting a decimal to a percent involves multiplying the decimal by 100.

Take the decimal 0.6 and multiply it by 100.

Express the result as a percentage by adding the percent symbol (%) to the number obtained from the multiplication.

Remember that multiplying by 100 is equivalent to moving the decimal point two places to the right.

Verify your conversion by considering that 0.6 is equivalent to 60 out of 100, which is 60%.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Decimal to Percent Conversion

To convert a decimal to a percent, you multiply the decimal by 100 and add a percent sign. For example, to convert 0.6 to a percent, you calculate 0.6 × 100, which equals 60. This process is essential for expressing a part of a whole in terms of one hundred.

Understanding Percentages

A percentage represents a fraction of 100. It is a way to express how much of something there is relative to a total. Understanding percentages is crucial in various fields, including finance, statistics, and everyday calculations, as it helps in comparing quantities effectively.

Mathematical Operations

Basic mathematical operations, such as multiplication, are fundamental in converting decimals to percentages. Mastery of these operations allows for quick and accurate calculations, which are necessary for solving problems involving ratios, proportions, and percentages in algebra.