Question

Explain how the percent equation relates proportional quantities

the percent equation being
PART = PERCENT * WHOLE

Answer 1

When the ratio of part to whole is equivalent to the ratio of a percent to 100, shows a percent equal to an equivalent ratio, we call it a percent proportion. A percentage is a fraction expressed with 100 as the denominator. When two ratios are equal, they are said to be in proportion.

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Answer 2

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Explanation:

"When the ratio of part to whole is equal to the ratio of a percent to 100, shows a percent equal to an equivalent ratio, we call it a percent proportion. A percentage is a fraction expressed with 100 as the denominator. When two ratios are equal, they are said to be in proportion."