eBay

Worksheet Description

This worksheet features a series of word problems focused on calculating percentages in the context of eBay transactions. Students are tasked with solving problems related to auction bids, such as determining the final bid based on a percentage increase from a previous bid and figuring out the percentage increase of an auction price over the course of the auction. It also includes scenarios that involve calculating a seller’s profit, a buyer’s discount on a “Buy It Now” purchase, and international shipping fees as a percentage of the item’s cost.

The purpose of the worksheet is to teach students how to apply their knowledge of percentages to real-world scenarios, particularly in online marketplaces. It helps to reinforce the importance of understanding percentages in the context of buying and selling, including calculating profits, discounts, commissions, and additional fees. The eBay theme is used to make the problems more engaging and relevant, as it reflects a common platform that students may be familiar with or encounter in the future. This worksheet is designed to enhance students’ numerical reasoning and to prepare them to navigate financial transactions confidently.