Converting Fractions to Percents

In this video, Mr. J explains how to convert fractions to percents through four examples. The first two examples demonstrate manual conversion without a calculator, while the last two use a calculator. The process involves dividing the numerator by the denominator to get a decimal, then multiplying by 100 to convert to a percent. The video also covers handling repeating decimals and rounding techniques.

What is the first step in converting a fraction to a percent?

• Multiply the fraction by 100

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

• Add the numerator and denominator

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator

After dividing the numerator by the denominator, what is the next step to convert a fraction to a percent?

• Divide the result by 10

• Subtract 10 from the result

• Multiply the result by 100

• Add 50 to the result

When converting 3/4 to a percent, what is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

• 0.25

• 0.5

• 0.75

• 1.0

What percent does the fraction 3/4 convert to?

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

• 100%

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What is the repeating decimal for the fraction 7/15?

• 0.46

• 0.4

• 0.4666...

• 0.5

How can you express 7/15 as a percent using a repeating decimal?

• 47%

• 46.6% with a bar over the 6

• 46.7%

• 46.6%

What is the decimal equivalent of 24/30 when converted using a calculator?

• 0.8

• 0.81

• 0.9

• 0.85

What percent does the fraction 24/30 convert to?

• 70%

• 75%

• 80%

• 85%

What is the decimal equivalent of 3/16 when converted using a calculator?

• 0.3125

• 0.125

• 0.1875

• 0.25

What is the rounded percent of 3/16 to the nearest whole number?

• 21%

• 20%

• 19%

• 18%