What is 20/4 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 20/4 into Percent.

20/4 as a percent is 500%

Method 1: Convert Fraction to Percent Directly

Step 1: Divide the numerator (20) by the denominator (4).

20 ÷ 4 = 5

Step 2: Multiply the result by 100 to convert to a percentage.

5 × 100 = 500%

So, 20/4 as a percent is 500%.

Method 2: Convert Fraction to Decimal and Percent

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

20 ÷ 4 = 5

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

5 becomes 500.

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

The final result is 500%.

Method 3: Use Proportions to Find Percent

Step 1: Set up a proportion where 20/4 is equal to x/100.

20/4 = x/100

Step 2: Cross-multiply to solve for x.

20 × 100 = 4 × x

2000 = 4x

Step 3: Divide both sides by 4 to solve for x.

x = 2000 ÷ 4 = 500