Why convert fractions into percents? The video reminds viewers that percents are a fraction with a denominator of 100. Using equivalent fractions, the resource shows how to change percents to a fraction without a denominator of 100. The presentation explains how converting fractions into percents puts values on the same scale for easier comparison.

Concepts

equivalent fractions, percents, converting fractions to percents

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Lead a discussion on what common fractions or percents should individuals know

Classroom Considerations

• Class members should know how to find equivalent fractions
• Pupils should understand about repeating decimals for one-third and two-thirds

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Uses humor to keep the attention of the learners
• Contains closed captioning

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.6.2 6.RP.A.3.c RST.6-8.9 MP1 MP2