To find what number is 0.2% of 80, follow these steps:
1. Convert the percentage to a decimal:
- We know that 1% is equivalent to 0.01 in decimal.
- So, 0.2% can be written as 0.2/100 = 0.002 in decimal form.
2. Multiply the decimal by the number:
- We need to find 0.2% of 80. This can be done by multiplying 80 by the decimal equivalent of 0.2%.
- Thus, [tex]\( 0.002 \times 80 \)[/tex].
3. Compute the multiplication:
- [tex]\( 0.002 \times 80 = 0.16 \)[/tex].
4. Round the result if necessary:
- The result 0.16 is already rounded to the nearest hundredth.
Therefore, the number that is 0.2% of 80 is 0.16.
The correct answer is:
C) 0.16
