What is 500/800 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 500/800 into Percent.

500/800 as a percent is 62.5%

Method 1: Convert Fraction to Percent Directly

Step 1: Divide the numerator (500) by the denominator (800).

500 ÷ 800 = 0.625

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

0.625 × 100 = 62.5%

So, 500/800 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.

500 ÷ 800 = 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 500/800 is equal to x/100.

500/800 = x/100

Step 2: Cross-multiply to solve for x.

500 × 100 = 800 × x

50000 = 800x

Step 3: Divide both sides by 800 to solve for x.

x = 50000 ÷ 800 = 62.5