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Maths for bioscience

Percentage change

Understanding percentage change helps us compare values in a meaningful way — whether something has increased or decreased, and by how much.

This topic introduces the formula used to calculate percentage changes and walks through worked examples. You'll practise defining the problem, identifying the key information, and applying the correct mathematical method to find the solution.

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