Math Problem Statement
Percentages to fractions simple short
Solution
Converting percentages to fractions is also a straightforward process. Here's how you can do it:
Method:
- Write the percentage as a fraction with the denominator 100.
- Simplify the fraction by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).
Examples:
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Convert 50% to a fraction:
- Step 1:
- Step 2: Simplify by dividing both numerator and denominator by 50:
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Convert 75% to a fraction:
- Step 1:
- Step 2: Simplify by dividing both numerator and denominator by 25:
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Convert 20% to a fraction:
- Step 1:
- Step 2: Simplify by dividing both numerator and denominator by 20:
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Convert 40% to a fraction:
- Step 1:
- Step 2: Simplify by dividing both numerator and denominator by 20:
Would you like more details or have any questions?
Additional Practice Questions:
- Convert 25% to a fraction.
- Convert 60% to a fraction.
- Convert 10% to a fraction.
- Convert 80% to a fraction.
- Convert 90% to a fraction.
- Convert 15% to a fraction.
- Convert 35% to a fraction.
- Convert 55% to a fraction.
Tip:
When simplifying fractions, always look for the greatest common divisor (GCD) to make the fraction as simple as possible.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Fractions
Percentages
Simplification
Formulas
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Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8