Basic Maths - Qp1
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What does the word 'percentage' mean?
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Per 10
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Per 100
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Per 1,000
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Basic Maths - QP1 explores fundamental mathematical concepts. It tests understanding of percentages, decimal rounding, and numeric expressions. This quiz enhances numerical literacy, making it ideal for learners beginning their mathematical journey.
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True
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False
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True
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False
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A. True -
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The system we use for counting is based on ______
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1
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10
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100
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1000
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A. 10Explanation
The system we use for counting is based on the number 10. This is known as the decimal system, which is widely used around the world. In the decimal system, each digit's value is multiplied by a power of 10, allowing us to represent numbers of any magnitude. The number 10 is significant because it is the base of our counting system, and it forms the foundation for our understanding and representation of numbers.Rate this question:
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True
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False
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593.5666789 rounded to 2 decimal places = 593.56
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True
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False
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A. FalseExplanation
The given statement is false. When rounding 593.5666789 to 2 decimal places, the third decimal place is 6, which is greater than 5. In this case, we round up the second decimal place, resulting in 593.57, not 593.56. Therefore, the correct answer is false.Rate this question:
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What is three quarters expressed as a percentage?
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25%
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33%
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75%
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A. 75%Explanation
Three quarters is equivalent to 75%. This is because there are four quarters in a whole and three out of those four quarters is equal to 75%. To express a fraction as a percentage, you divide the numerator by the denominator and multiply by 100. In this case, 3 divided by 4 equals 0.75, and when multiplied by 100, it becomes 75%.Rate this question:
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Express 0.4 as a percentage.
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0.4%
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4%
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40%
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400%
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A. 40%Explanation
To express a decimal as a percentage, we move the decimal point two places to the right. In this case, 0.4 becomes 40%.Rate this question:
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Nov 20, 2013Quiz Created by
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