To convert a decimal to a percent, simply multiply the decimal by 100. This gives the equivalent percentage of the decimal.
Convert the decimal 5.5/6 into Percent.
Method 1: Multiplication by 100
Step 1: Divide 5.5 by 6 to get the decimal value.
5.5 ÷ 6 = 0.9167
Step 2: Multiply the decimal by 100.
0.9167 × 100 = 91.67
Step 3: Add the percent symbol to the result.
The final result is 91.67%.
Method 2: Moving the Decimal Point
Step 1: Divide 5.5 by 6 to get the decimal value.
5.5 ÷ 6 = 0.9167
Step 2: Move the decimal point in 0.9167 two places to the right.
0.9167 becomes 91.67.
Step 3: Add a percent sign (%) to the result.
The final result is 91.67%.
Method 3: Using a Proportion
Step 1: Set up a proportion where 5.5 is to 6 as x is to 100.
5.5 / 6 = x / 100
Step 2: Cross-multiply to solve for x.
5.5 × 100 = 6 × x
x = 91.67
Step 3: Add the percent symbol to the result.
The final result is 91.67%.
Decimal to Percent Conversion Table
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