Percent of a number: word problems
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A box holds 70 markers. 50% of them are red. How many markers are red?
Answer: 35
Chloe's school has 60 students. 10% of them walk to school. How many students walk?
Answer: 6
Femi's school has 70 students. 10% of them walk to school. How many students walk?
Answer: 7
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