How to Round Numbers (and Significant Figures)
How to round numbers: if the next digit is 5 or more round up, otherwise round down. Covers decimal places, significant figures, and the exactly-5 case.
How to round numbers: if the next digit is 5 or more round up, otherwise round down. Covers decimal places, significant figures, and the exactly-5 case.
How to calculate percentage increase and decrease: multiply by (1 + decimal) or (1 – decimal). Worked examples, plus the increase-then-decrease trap.
How to calculate perimeter: add up all the sides. Formulas for rectangles, squares, triangles, and circles, with examples and perimeter vs area.
How to calculate a ratio: write it with a colon and simplify by dividing by the greatest common factor. Learn to scale ratios and convert to percentages.
How to calculate the average: the mean, median, and mode explained with one worked example, plus when to use each type of average.
How to convert a fraction to a percentage: divide the top by the bottom and multiply by 100. Includes examples, a conversion chart, and the reverse.
Percentage change vs percentage difference: change divides by the original value, difference by the average. See both formulas worked on the same numbers.
How much down payment do you need? Typically 10% to 20% of the home price, with 20% avoiding mortgage insurance. Includes a worked example.
How much to save each month? Divide your goal by the number of months. Includes a worked example, how growth helps, and the 50/30/20 rule.
How big should your emergency fund be? Aim for 3 to 6 months of essential expenses. Learn how to calculate your target and when to save more.