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 3/5 into Percent.
Method 1: Convert Fraction to Percent Directly
Step 1: Divide the numerator (3) by the denominator (5).
3 ÷ 5 = 0.6
Step 2: Multiply the result by 100 to convert to a percentage.
0.6 × 100 = 60%
So, 3/5 as a percent is 60%.
Method 2: Convert Fraction to Decimal and Percent
Step 1: First, convert the fraction to a decimal by dividing the numerator by the denominator.
3 ÷ 5 = 0.6
Step 2: Move the decimal point two places to the right to get the percentage.
0.6 becomes 60.
Step 3: Add a percent sign (%) to the result.
The final result is 60%.
Method 3: Use Proportions to Find Percent
Step 1: Set up a proportion where 3/5 is equal to x/100.
3/5 = x/100
Step 2: Cross-multiply to solve for x.
3 × 100 = 5 × x
300 = 5x
Step 3: Divide both sides by 5 to solve for x.
x = 300 ÷ 5 = 60
So, 3/5 as a percent is 60%.