Objectives 2 and 3 Mixed Exercises Solve using the five...

Objectives 2 and 3 Mixed Exercises Solve using the five "Steps for Solving Applied Problems." It is estimated that in 2003 the number of Internet users in Slovakia was $40 \%$ more than the number of users in Kenya. If Slovakia had $700,000$ Internet users in $2003,$ how many people used the Internet in Kenya that year? (www.theodora com)

Objectives 2 and 3 Mixed Exercises
Solve using the five "Steps for Solving Applied Problems."
It is estimated that in 2003 the number of Internet users in Slovakia was $40 \%$ more than the number of users in Kenya. If Slovakia had $700,000$ Internet users in $2003,$ how many people used the Internet in Kenya that year? (www.theodora com)

Key Concepts

Applied Problem Solving Process

This is a systematic approach used to solve real-world problems. It involves steps such as understanding the problem, devising a plan, translating the problem into mathematical terms, solving the equation, and interpreting the result in context. This process ensures a structured solution to applied problems.

Algebraic Equation Setup and Solving

This key concept involves translating a word problem into an algebraic equation using variables and constants, and then applying algebraic methods to solve for the unknown. This method is crucial for structuring and solving problems that involve relationships between different quantities.

Percentage Increase

This concept involves determining how much one quantity is increased relative to another using a percent value. It is used to compare the size of two amounts by expressing one as a percent above the other, which helps in forming the relation or ratio between them.

Reverse Percentage

Reverse percentage is the process of computing the original amount before a percentage increase or decrease was applied. In problems where the final value is a known percentage higher or lower than the base value, one can work backwards by dividing the known figure by the percentage factor.

Proportional Reasoning

Proportional reasoning refers to the ability to take relationships between quantities and set up ratios or proportions to solve for unknowns. It is vital in problems that compare different quantities in terms of a percentage increase or decrease.

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