In order to make informed financial decisions, it is important to have an idea of the big picture. Knowing how much household debt is changing year to year helps you understand trends and allows you to see where your own finances fit into this larger picture.

1. View the MATH Collection: In today’s math activity, students will learn how to calculate percent change! Check it out in MATH: Percent Change in US Household Debt.
2. Example: Students can use this step-by-step example to practice calculating percent change.

3. Watch the Instructions Video: Your students can also watch this introduction video to learn how to find percent change!

4. For Your Learning: Join Abby for Virtual PD on Wednesday 3pm PT as she reviews MATH Collection Skills: Equations and Beyond (Advanced).

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