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Last updated on March 19th, 2025
Numbers can be categorized into different types. Percentages are a way of expressing a number as a fraction of 100. It is always represented with the percent sign (%). Percentages are used to describe proportions and compare relative sizes. For example, if we want to express 36.5 out of 40 as a percentage, we will learn how to convert this ratio into a percentage.
The answer for 36.5 out of 40 as a percentage will be 91.25%.
Converting a fraction to a percentage is a straightforward process. You can follow the steps mentioned below to find the answer.
Step 1: Firstly, understand that to convert any number to a percentage, you multiply it by 100. Here, 36.5 is the part and 40 is the whole. So, the fraction is 36.5/40.
Step 2: Convert the fraction to a percentage by multiplying by 100. (36.5/40) × 100 = 91.25
Thus, 36.5 out of 40 can be expressed as 91.25%.