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Problem-solving practice 2
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What are the three key areas covered in ratio and proportion problem-solving?

Ratio, compound interest, proportion

What is the first step in solving ratio problems?

Add all parts to find total parts

How should you check your answer in ratio problems?

Work backwards by dividing total

How should compound interest be calculated?

Year by year, step-by-step

Why does interest 'compound' each year?

Interest becomes part of principal

What should you track in compound interest calculations?

Interest earned, starting amounts, investments

What is the most effective technique for proportion and percentage problems?

Find what 1%1\% represents

After finding 1%1\%, what is the next step in percentage problems?

Multiply by target percentage

If a 3%3\% increase is known, what do you multiply 1%1\% by to find the total?

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What is a key strategy for complex problems?

Break into smaller steps

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