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 5/8 into Percent.
Method 1: Convert Fraction to Percent Directly
Step 1: Divide the numerator (5) by the denominator (8).
5 ÷ 8 = 0.625
Step 2: Multiply the result by 100 to convert to a percentage.
0.625 × 100 = 62.5%
So, 5/8 as a percent is 62.5%.
Method 2: Convert Fraction to Decimal and Percent
Step 1: First, convert the fraction to a decimal by dividing the numerator by the denominator.
5 ÷ 8 = 0.625
Step 2: Move the decimal point two places to the right to get the percentage.
0.625 becomes 62.5.
Step 3: Add a percent sign (%) to the result.
The final result is 62.5%.
Method 3: Use Proportions to Find Percent
Step 1: Set up a proportion where 5/8 is equal to x/100.
5/8 = x/100
Step 2: Cross-multiply to solve for x.
5 × 100 = 8 × x
500 = 8x
Step 3: Divide both sides by 8 to solve for x.
x = 500 ÷ 8 = 62.5
So, 5/8 as a percent is 62.5%.