Mastering Percentages: The Percentage Quiz

Mastering Percentages: The Percentage Quiz

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to solve percentage-based quiz questions with confidence.

What do you already know about percentages?

Slide 1: Introduction

Welcome to the Percentage Quiz! Today, we will test your understanding of percentages and learn how to solve percentage-based quiz questions.

Slide 2: What is a Percentage?

A percentage is a portion or fraction of a whole expressed as a number out of 100. It is denoted by the symbol '%'. For example, 50% represents half of something.

Slide 3: Converting Fractions to Percentages

To convert a fraction to a percentage, multiply it by 100. For example, 1/4 = 0.25 = 25%.

Slide 4: Converting Decimals to Percentages

To convert a decimal to a percentage, multiply it by 100 and add the '%' symbol. For example, 0.75 = 75%.

Slide 5: Finding Percentage

To find a percentage of a number, multiply the number by the percentage value divided by 100. For example, 20% of 80 = 0.2 * 80 = 16.

Slide 6: Calculating Percentage Change

Percentage change represents the relative difference between two values. It is calculated by dividing the difference between the new and old values by the old value and multiplying by 100.

Slide 7: Quiz Time!

Now it's time to put your percentage skills to the test! Solve the following quiz questions and check your answers.

Slide 8: Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully completed the Percentage Quiz and mastered the art of percentages. Keep practicing to strengthen your skills.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

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Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

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Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.