To convert a fraction to a percent, divide the numerator by the denominator and then multiply the result by 100. This gives the equivalent percentage of the fraction.
Convert the fraction 16.5/20 into Percent.
Method 1: Division and Multiplication by 100
Step 1: Divide 16.5 by 20.
16.5 ÷ 20 = 0.825
Step 2: Multiply the result by 100.
0.825 × 100 = 82.5
Step 3: Add the percent symbol to the result.
The final result is 82.5%.
Method 2: Moving the Decimal Point
Step 1: Divide 16.5 by 20 to get 0.825.
Step 2: Move the decimal point in 0.825 two places to the right.
0.825 becomes 82.5.
Step 3: Add a percent sign (%) to the result.
The final result is 82.5%.
Method 3: Using a Proportion
Step 1: Set up a proportion where 16.5 is to 20 as x is to 100.
16.5 / 20 = x / 100
Step 2: Cross-multiply to solve for x.
16.5 × 100 = 20 × x
1650 = 20x
x = 82.5
Step 3: Add the percent symbol to the result.
The final result is 82.5%.
Decimal to Percent Conversion Table
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