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Probability and Chance

Probability is a term we are relatively familiar with. However, when you look up the definition of probability, you’ll find a variety of similar definitions….

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How to Solve Proportions

A proportion is a set of 2 fractions that equal each other. This worksheet focuses on how to solve proportions. Real World Uses of Proportions…

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Calculations with Negative Numbers

The introduction of negative numbers can become a very confusing concept for some people. The thought of something less than zero or ‘ nothing’ is…

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Using Percents – Calculating Commissions

A percent is a value divided by 100. For example, 80% and 45% are equal to 80/100 and 45/100, respectively. Just as a percent is…

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Changing From Base 10 to Base 2

Suppose we have a number in base 10 and want to find out how to represent that number in, say, base 2. How do we…

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What to Know About Business Math

No matter what your career, business math will give you indispensable real-world knowledge to help you take control of your finances. Take the first step…

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Learn About Natural Numbers, Whole Numbers, and Integers

In mathematics, you’ll see many references about numbers. Numbers can be classified into groups and initially it may seem somewhat perplexing but as you work…

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Finding the Percent of Change Between Numbers

There are two methods of finding the percent of change between two numbers. The first is to find the ratio of the amount of change…

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Calculate the Exact Number of Days

An interest period will involve two dates. The date the loan is given and the end date. You will need to find out from the…

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Parentheses, Braces, and Brackets in Math

You’ll come across many symbols in mathematics and arithmetic. In fact, the language of math is written in symbols, with some text inserted as needed…

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