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17.5 out of 20 as a Percentage

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Numbers can be represented in various forms, including as percentages. A percentage is a way of expressing a number as a fraction of 100. It is often used to compare proportions. For example, if you score 17.5 out of 20 on a test, you might want to know what percentage that is. This article will guide you through converting a fraction to a percentage.

17.5 out of 20 as a Percentage for Saudi Students
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What is 17.5 out of 20 as a Percentage?

17.5 out of 20 as a percentageAnswer

The answer to 17.5 out of 20 as a percentage is 87.5%.

 

Explanation

Converting a fraction to a percentage is a straightforward task. Follow these steps to find the answer.

 

Step 1: To convert a fraction to a percentage, divide the numerator by the denominator. Here, divide 17.5 by 20. 17.5 ÷ 20 = 0.875

 

Step 2: To convert a decimal to a percentage, multiply the result by 100. 0.875 × 100 = 87.5%

 

Thus, 17.5 out of 20 can be expressed as 87.5%.

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Important Glossaries for 17.5 out of 20 as a Percentage

  • Percentage: A number or ratio expressed as a fraction of 100, often denoted using the percent symbol (%).

 

  • Numerator: The top part of a fraction, representing the number of parts considered.

 

  • Denominator: The bottom part of a fraction, indicating the total number of equal parts.

 

  • Decimal: A number expressed in the base ten system, often used to represent fractions.

 

  • Fraction: A numerical representation of a part of a whole, typically expressed as p/q where p is the numerator and q is the denominator.
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