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42 out of 58 as a Percentage

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Percentages are a way to express numbers as a fraction of 100. To convert a fraction to a percentage, you multiply by 100 and add a percent sign. This is useful for comparing ratios and proportions. For example, to convert 42 out of 58 into a percentage, you follow a simple series of steps to arrive at the answer.

42 out of 58 as a Percentage for US Students
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What is 42 out of 58 as a Percentage?

42 out of 58 as a percentage

Answer

 

The answer for 42 out of 58 as a percentage is approximately 72.41%.

 

Explanation

 

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

 

Step 1: Divide the numerator by the denominator to get a decimal. 42 ÷ 58 = 0.7241 (rounded to four decimal places)

 

Step 2: Multiply the decimal by 100 to convert it to a percentage. 0.7241 × 100 = 72.41

 

Thus, 42 out of 58 can be written as approximately 72.41%.

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Important Glossaries for 42 out of 58 as a Percentage

  • Percentage: A fraction expressed with a denominator of 100, denoted by the percent sign (%).
     
  • Fraction: A numerical quantity representing a part of a whole, in the form of a/b, where a is the numerator and b is the denominator.
     
  • Decimal: A number expressed in the base-10 system, often used to represent fractions.
     
  • Numerator: The top number of a fraction, indicating the number of parts being considered.
     
  • Denominator: The bottom number of a fraction, showing the total number of equal parts.
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