The discussion revolves around understanding how to calculate a percentage of a number, specifically focusing on the expression 'a' divided by a% of 'a'. Participants are exploring the concept of percentages and their representation as decimals.
There is an ongoing exploration of how to express a% as a decimal and how it relates to the original number. Some participants are providing guidance on interpreting percentages, while others are questioning their understanding of the calculations involved.
Participants express confusion about defining a% and its implications in calculations. There are hints and examples provided, but no consensus has been reached on the correct interpretation or method.
How would you express a% as a decimal number? Hint: what is 50% of something as a decimal number?zak100 said:Homework Statement
What is 'a' divided by a% of a?
Homework Equations
a div a/a * 100
The Attempt at a Solution
a/1/a/a * 100 = a/100
which is not a correct answer. I can't define a%. In my view a% of a means 100 i.e. a/a * 100.
Some body please guide me.
Zulfi.
zak100 said:Homework Statement
What is 'a' divided by a% of a?
Homework Equations
a div a/a * 100
The Attempt at a Solution
a/1/a/a * 100 = a/100
which is not a correct answer. I can't define a%. In my view a% of a means 100 i.e. a/a * 100.
Some body please guide me.
Zulfi.
zak100 said:Hi,
Thanks for your attention.
a% of x = a/x * 100
if x = a , i would get 100.
Zulfi.
zak100 said:Hi,
<50% of 50 is one-half of 50>
= 0.5 (50)
what about a% of a = (a/100 )* a.
Is the above correct?
Please guide me.
Zulfi.