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86 out of 120 as a Percentage

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Numbers can be expressed in different forms. Percentage is one such form. It is always represented with a percent sign (%), indicating a part out of 100. For example, calculating percentages is a common task in various scenarios. In this content, we will learn how to convert 86 out of 120 into a percentage.

86 out of 120 as a Percentage for US Students
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What is 86 out of 120 as a Percentage?

86 out of 120 as a percentage

 

Answer

 

The answer for 86 out of 120 as a percentage is approximately 71.67%.

 

Explanation

 

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

 

Step 1: To convert a fraction to a percentage, divide the numerator by the denominator to get a decimal. Here, 86 is the numerator and 120 is the denominator, so divide 86 by 120. 86 ÷ 120 = 0.7167

 

Step 2: To convert the decimal to a percentage, multiply it by 100. 0.7167 × 100 = 71.67

 

Therefore, 86 out of 120 can be expressed as approximately 71.67%.

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Important Glossaries for 86 out of 120 as a Percentage

  • Percentage: A number or ratio expressed as a fraction of 100, denoted by the symbol %.
     
  • 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 expresses fractions in a base-10 system, typically using a decimal point.
     
  • Ratio: A relationship between two numbers indicating how many times the first number contains the second.
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