Solve percent equations to find the amount

We translate the percent sentence into a percent equation and then find the unknown number

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When we find the value of the variable that makes a percent equation true, we say that we have

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The orange trees did not bear any fruit this year

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Unlike previous years, the orange trees have not produced as many fruits this season as the other seasons.  60% of the 500 trees did not bear fruits.

How many trees did not produce fruits? (1)

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We can keep the percent in its format with % sign when solving percent equations

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Percent Definitions

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In the statement "300 is 60% of 500," the number 300 is called the (1), 60% is the (2), and 500 is called the (3).  Think of the base as the standard of comparison-it represents the (4) of some quantity.  The amount is a (5) of the base, but it can exceed the base when the percent is more than 100%.

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Breakdown the following percent sentence into mathematical terms

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300 is 60% of 500

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Percent Equation

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Any percent sentence can be translated to a percent equation that has the form:

Amount = percent • base

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Part = percent • whole

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What number is 160% of 15.8?

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Answer = (1)

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