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0. Review of Algebra4h 16m
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 19m
10. Combinatorics & Probability1h 45m

0. Review of Algebra

Exponents

College Algebra

0. Review of Algebra

Exponents

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Problem 163

Textbook Question

Write each decimal as a percent. 0.02

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

Recall that multiplying by 100 is the same as moving the decimal point two places to the right.

Apply this to the decimal 0.02: move the decimal point two places to the right.

After moving the decimal point, append the percent symbol (%) to the number.

The result is the decimal expressed as a percent.

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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 the percent symbol (%). This process reflects the relationship between decimals and percentages, where a percent represents a part per hundred.

Understanding Percentages

A percentage is a way of expressing a number as a fraction of 100. It is commonly used to compare proportions and is essential in various fields, including finance, statistics, and everyday calculations.

Basic Arithmetic Operations

Basic arithmetic operations, such as multiplication, are fundamental in mathematics. In the context of converting decimals to percentages, understanding how to multiply by 100 is crucial for accurate conversion.