Method

Converting a Mixed Number Into a Percent

Mixed numbers can be converted into percents. Consider the following mixed number. 7 29 This mixed number can be rewritten into a percent by following three steps.

Convert the Fraction Part to a Decimal

The fraction part of 7 29 is 29. To rewrite it as a decimal, divide the numerator 2 by the denominator 9 by using long division.

The quotient is approximately 0.22. Two decimal places is usually enough to convert the division to a percent.

Add the Decimal to the Integer Part

The integer part of the mixed number is 7. In the previous step, the fraction part 29 was rewritten as the decimal number 0.22. Add the integer part and the decimal part. 7+0.22=7.22 The mixed number can be written as the decimal number 7.22.

Convert the Decimal to a Percent

Rewrite the decimal as a percent by multiplying it by 100 and adding a percent sign. 7.22* 100=722 % Therefore, 7 29 corresponds to approximately 722 %.

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