How to Convert Decimals to Percentages (Proportions part 4/6) #16

This video tutorial explains how to convert between decimals and percentages. It highlights that percentages are 100 times larger than their decimal equivalents. To convert a decimal to a percentage, multiply by 100, and to convert a percentage to a decimal, divide by 100. The video provides examples, such as converting 0.45 to 45% and 28% to 0.28, and offers alternative methods for these conversions. Additional examples include converting 0.073 to 7.3% and 142% to 1.42, emphasizing the logic behind these conversions.

What is the relationship between decimals and percentages?

• Percentages are 10 times the equivalent decimals.

• Percentages are 100 times the equivalent decimals.

• Decimals are 100 times the equivalent percentages.

• Decimals and percentages are equal.

How do you convert 0.45 into a percentage?

• Divide by 100

• Add 100

• Multiply by 10

• Multiply by 100

What is the decimal equivalent of 28%?

• 0.028

• 0.28

• 28.0

• 2.8

If you have a decimal of 0.073, what is the percentage?

• 0.073%

• 73%

• 7.3%

• 0.73%

How do you convert 142% into a decimal?

• Divide by 10

• Divide by 100

• Add 1.42

• Multiply by 100