Question

what is the best estimate 1/2% of 385

Answer 1

To find .5% of 385, you need to convert .5% to a normal number: .005.

Multiply the percent (.005) by 385 to get the answer: 1.925

Answer 2

1% means move decimal 2 places to left
1/2% is half of that

1% of 385=3.85
half of that is 1/2%=1.925