Percentage is the numerator of a fraction of 100. As the symbol % hints, it is a number or a ratio that represents the fraction but is only the numerator of a fraction with 100 as denominator. Answer the following questions about percentages: - 2.1.1. Explain by showing all the calculation to Intermediate Phase learners how you would calculate 25% of 240 learners. (4) 2.1.2. A container contains white and yellow balls, 15% of 140 balls are yellow. How many white balls are there? Briefly explain by showing all calculation how you will help an Intermediate Phase learner understand. (6) 2.1.3. The sales price of a laptop was R2 100, which was only 75% of original price. Explain how you will assist a Grade 6 learner how to find the original price by showing all the calculations. (5) 2.1.4. Provide three examples of percentages in real life, in your own lifeworld. Discuss your understanding of these with Intermediate Phase learners, also give solutions to the examples given. (9) 2.1.5 Briefly explain how fractions are linked to decimals and percentages. Use the fraction “two thirds” to show this relationship. Explain by giving two examples of this relationship to your grade 6 learner.
