Question

Look around you every day, and you will find examples of percents. On your test paper, on television, on the internet, in the newspaper, and at the store are just a few places that you will see percents used.Take some time to look around and do a little searching to find examples of how percents are used. Follow the directions below to complete the activity.Directions:1. Find 5 different percents.2. Use at least 3 different places to locate percents. 3. Record your findings in the chart below. Follow the example given in the chart.

Answer 1

example 1

percent found -----> 15%

where was the percent found? ------> apple store

how is percent use? -----> sale 15% of the original price is taken off (music download)

example 2

percent found ------> 20%

where was the percent found? -----> internet (buy or rent a house)

how is percent use? -----> sale 20% of the original price is taken off