which of the following is the percent equivalent to 6/8?
a)5%
b)15%
c)25%
d)75%
Divide: 6 by 8. Convert the decimal to a percent.
Right!
To find the percent equivalent of a fraction, you can use the formula:
Percent = (Fraction/Whole) x 100
In this case, the fraction is 6/8. To determine the percent equivalent, follow these steps:
1. Divide the numerator (6) by the denominator (8): 6 ÷ 8 = 0.75
2. Multiply the result by 100 to convert it to a percentage: 0.75 x 100 = 75
Therefore, the percent equivalent of 6/8 is 75%.
So, the correct option is d) 75%.