Percent Increase and Decrease Quiz

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Is it True: 600% Price Decrease? Worksheet for Financial Literacy

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In this worksheet, we explore the recent statements by the 2026 HHS Secretary who stated that "that if a drug rises from 100 dollars to 600 dollars that is a 600 percent increase, and if it then falls from 600 dollars to 100 dollars that can be framed as a 600 percent “savings.” Does 600% savings make sense? Using percentage increase and decrease formulas, we unpack exactly what these statements mean mathematically. Included is a Teacher Guide with full explanations for this multi-step critica

6th - 8th

Applied Math, Financial Literacy, Money Math

7th grade -Percent project- Tax, Percent Change, Commission, Simple Interest

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Mustache Math

Hook Your Students with Real-World Percent Problems! Transform percent practice from boring worksheets into an engaging digital experience! This interactive activity challenges 7th graders to solve real-world percent problems through scenarios they actually care about-vacation & cars! Practice includes: calculating tax, profit, commission, discounts, percent change and simple interest for vacations and cars. Watch as your students develop confidence with percents while having fun! Wha

7th - 8th

Decimals, Financial Literacy, Money Math

CCSS

7.RP.A.3

Also included in: Grade 6 Financial Literacy Percent Bundle Practice & Project w/Grade 7 Extension

Bitcoin & Chart Analysis – Real-Life Math for Grades 8 and Up

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YummyMath

Have you ever wanted to introduce students to cryptocurrency or chart reading? This real-world math activity is the perfect starting point! Students will explore Bitcoin price movements using a real chart — all while building foundational skills in data interpretation and financial literacy. Note: The math is lower middle school-friendly, but the financial context makes it a better fit for grades 8+ or high school students ready to apply their knowledge! ✏ Students will (skills covered):

8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education

Applied Math, Financial Literacy, Money Math

CCSS

HSF-IF.C.7

, HSS-ID.A.2

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