What is 1 2/3 as a percent?

To convert a fraction to a percent, divide the numerator by the denominator to get a decimal, then multiply the result by 100. This gives the equivalent percentage of the fraction.

Convert the Fraction 1 2/3 into Percent.

1 2/3 as a percent is 166.67%

Method 1: Convert Fraction to Percent Directly

Step 1: Convert the fraction 1 2/3 to an improper fraction.

1 2/3 = (3 + 2)/3 = 5/3

Step 2: Divide the numerator (5) by the denominator (3).

5 ÷ 3 = 1.6667

Step 3: Multiply the result by 100 to convert to a percentage.

1.6667 × 100 = 166.67%

So, 1 2/3 as a percent is 166.67%.

Method 2: Convert Fraction to Decimal and Percent

Step 1: First, convert the fraction 1 2/3 to a decimal by dividing the numerator by the denominator.

5 ÷ 3 = 1.6667

Step 2: Move the decimal point two places to the right to get the percentage.

1.6667 becomes 166.67.

Step 3: Add a percent sign (%) to the result.

The final result is 166.67%.

Method 3: Use Proportions to Find Percent

Step 1: Set up a proportion where 5/3 is equal to x/100.

5/3 = x/100

Step 2: Cross-multiply to solve for x.

5 × 100 = 3 × x

500 = 3x

Step 3: Divide both sides by 3 to solve for x.

x = 500 ÷ 3 = 166.67