What is 42/50 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 42/50 into Percent.

42/50 as a percent is 84%

Method 1: Convert Fraction to Percent Directly

Step 1: Divide the numerator (42) by the denominator (50).

42 ÷ 50 = 0.84

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

0.84 × 100 = 84%

So, 42/50 as a percent is 84%.

Method 2: Convert Fraction to Decimal and Percent

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

42 ÷ 50 = 0.84

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

0.84 becomes 84.

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

The final result is 84%.

Method 3: Use Proportions to Find Percent

Step 1: Set up a proportion where 42/50 is equal to x/100.

42/50 = x/100

Step 2: Cross-multiply to solve for x.

42 × 100 = 50 × x

4200 = 50x

Step 3: Divide both sides by 50 to solve for x.

x = 4200 ÷ 50 = 84