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55 out of 60 as a Percentage

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Numbers can be categorized into different types, and percentages are one of them. A percentage is a way of expressing a number as a fraction of 100. It is often denoted using the percent sign, "%". Percentages are used to compare proportions. For example, if you score 55 out of 60 in a test, you might want to know what percentage that score represents. In this content, we will learn how to convert a fraction to a percentage.

55 out of 60 as a Percentage for UK Students
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What is 55 out of 60 as a Percentage?

55 out of 60 as a percentage

 

Answer

 

The percentage equivalent of 55 out of 60 is approximately 91.67%.

 

Explanation

 

Converting a fraction to a percentage is a straightforward process. You can follow the steps mentioned below to find the answer.

 

Step 1: Begin by expressing the fraction as a division problem. Here, 55 is the numerator, and 60 is the denominator. So, perform the division 55 ÷ 60.

 

Step 2: The result of this division is approximately 0.9167. To convert this decimal to a percentage, multiply by 100. 0.9167 × 100 = 91.67

 

Thus, 55 out of 60 can be expressed as approximately 91.67%.

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Important Glossaries for 55 out of 60 as a Percentage

  • Percentage: A fraction or ratio with 100 understood as the denominator; a part of a whole expressed in hundredths.
     
  • Fraction: A numerical quantity that represents a part of a whole, typically written in the form p/q.
     
  • Numerator: The top part of a fraction, indicating how many parts of the whole are being considered.
     
  • Denominator: The bottom part of a fraction, showing how many parts make up a whole.
     
  • Decimal: A number that includes a decimal point, separating the whole part from the fractional part.
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