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36/42 as a Percentage

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Numbers can be represented in various forms, including percentages. A percentage is a way of expressing a number as a fraction of 100. It is denoted using the percent symbol (%). For example, to convert a fraction like 36/42 into a percentage, we follow specific steps to express it as a part of 100. In this guide, we will learn how to convert a fraction into a percentage.

36/42 as a Percentage for Indian Students
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What is 36/42 as a Percentage?

36/42 as a percentage

Answer

 

The answer for 36/42 as a percentage is approximately 85.71%.

 

Explanation

 

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

 

Step 1: To convert a fraction into a percentage, divide the numerator by the denominator. For 36/42, this calculation is 36 ÷ 42.

 

Step 2: The result of the division is approximately 0.8571.

 

Step 3: Multiply the result by 100 to convert it into a percentage. 0.8571 × 100 = 85.71%

 

Thus, 36/42 can be expressed as approximately 85.71%.

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Important Glossaries for 36/42 as a Percentage

  • Percentage: A way of expressing a number as a part of 100, denoted by the symbol %.
     
  • Fraction: A numerical representation of a part of a whole, expressed in the form of p/q, where p is the numerator and q is the denominator.
     
  • Numerator: The top part of a fraction, indicating the number of parts being considered.
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  • Denominator: The bottom part of a fraction, indicating the total number of equal parts.
     
  • Division: A mathematical operation where one number (the dividend) is divided by another (the divisor) to find a quotient.
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