SSAT Middle Level Quantitative

A comprehensive introduction to quantitative reasoning and math problem-solving for middle school students preparing for the SSAT.

Basic Concepts

Fractions, Decimals, and Percents

Comparing and Converting

Fractions, decimals, and percents all represent parts of a whole, but in different ways. It's super helpful to know how to convert between them!

  • Fraction to Decimal: Divide the top number (numerator) by the bottom number (denominator).
  • Decimal to Percent: Move the decimal point two places to the right, then add a percent sign.
  • Percent to Fraction: Write the percent over 100 and simplify.

Operations

You can add, subtract, multiply, and divide these forms once you know how to convert them. Always remember to find common denominators for adding or subtracting fractions.

Real-Life Relevance

This knowledge is everywhere, from shopping sales to splitting a pizza!

Examples

  • Convert 0.75 to a fraction and a percent.

  • If 30% of a class has blue eyes and there are 40 students, how many have blue eyes?

In a Nutshell

Master moving between fractions, decimals, and percents to solve a wide range of problems.