To convert a decimal to a percent, simply multiply the decimal by 100. This gives the equivalent percentage of the decimal.
Convert the decimal 32.5/40 into Percent.
Method 1: Multiplication by 100
Step 1: Divide 32.5 by 40 to convert the fraction into a decimal.
32.5 ÷ 40 = 0.8125
Step 2: Multiply 0.8125 by 100.
0.8125 × 100 = 81.25
Step 3: Add the percent symbol to the result.
The final result is 81.25%.
Method 2: Moving the Decimal Point
Step 1: Divide 32.5 by 40 to convert the fraction into a decimal.
32.5 ÷ 40 = 0.8125
Step 2: Move the decimal point in 0.8125 two places to the right.
0.8125 becomes 81.25.
Step 3: Add a percent sign (%) to the result.
The final result is 81.25%.
Method 3: Using a Proportion
Step 1: Set up a proportion where 32.5 is to 40 as x is to 100.
32.5 / 40 = x / 100
Step 2: Cross-multiply to solve for x.
32.5 × 100 = 40 × x
3250 = 40x
x = 81.25
Step 3: Add the percent symbol to the result.
The final result is 81.25%.
Decimal to Percent Conversion Table
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