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🚀 Converting between different units of currency is an important skill, especially when dealing with money in different countries. Each country has its own currency, and the value of these currencies can change based on exchange rates. To convert money accurately, you need to know the current exchange rate between the currencies you are working with. This allows you to calculate how much one currency is worth in another currency, ensuring you can make purchases or understand prices in different currencies.

Theory Explanation

Understanding Currency Exchange Rates

Currency exchange rates tell you how much one unit of currency is worth in another currency. For example, if 1 US Dollar (USD) is equal to 75 Indian Rupees (INR), then the exchange rate is 75 INR for 1 USD. You can find these rates online or in financial news.

Using the Exchange Rate for Conversion

To convert an amount from one currency to another, multiply the amount by the exchange rate. For example, to convert 10 USD to INR using the exchange rate of 75, you would calculate: 10 USD * 75 INR/USD = 750 INR.

\[ 10 \text{ USD} \times 75 \text{ INR/USD} = 750 \text{ INR} \]
Converting Back to Original Currency

To convert back to the original currency, divide the amount by the exchange rate. For example, if you have 750 INR and want to convert it back to USD at the same exchange rate, you would calculate: 750 INR ÷ 75 INR/USD = 10 USD.

\[ 750 \text{ INR} \div 75 \text{ INR/USD} = 10 \text{ USD} \]

Key Points

  • 🎯 Exchange rates change frequently, so always check the latest rates.
  • 🎯 Multiply to convert from the original currency to the new currency.
  • 🎯 Divide to convert back to the original currency from the new currency.

Examples:💡

Convert 50 Euros (EUR) to US Dollars (USD) at an exchange rate of 1 EUR = 1.2 USD.

Solution:

Step 1: Multiply the amount in Euros by the exchange rate: 50 EUR * 1.2 USD/EUR = 60 USD.

\[ 50 \text{ EUR} \times 1.2 \text{ USD/EUR} = 60 \text{ USD} \]

Convert 1200 Japanese Yen (JPY) to British Pounds (GBP) at an exchange rate of 1 GBP = 150 JPY.

Solution:

Step 1: Divide the amount in Yen by the exchange rate: 1200 JPY ÷ 150 JPY/GBP = 8 GBP.

\[ 1200 \text{ JPY} \div 150 \text{ JPY/GBP} = 8 \text{ GBP} \]

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: Students often forget to check if they need to multiply or divide when converting currencies.

    Correction: Always remember: multiply to convert to the new currency, and divide to convert back.

  • Mistake: Using outdated exchange rates can lead to incorrect conversions.

    Correction: Always check for the most current exchange rates before making conversions.

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