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The Post Office delivers packages every day. They notice that 5 out of every 20 packages weigh over 8 pounds. What percent weigh over 8 pounds?

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25 %

25 % of 20 is 5

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User Quickdraw Mcgraw
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percent is /100
5/20 weigh more than 8 lbs
Times both sides by 5 and get 25/100 so 25%
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