how do i find a fraction of a whole number?
For example, what is 1/20 of 80?
The word "of" is the same as the phrase "multiplied by."
We can rewrite "1/20 of 80" to "1/20 multiplied by 80."
(1/20)(80) = 80/20 = 4
Does that make sense?
maybe but can you do 5/20 of 80 so i can check?
Sure...
"5/20 of 80" can be rewritten as "5/20 multiplied by 80."
(5/20)(80) = 400/20 = 40 / 2 = 20
Got it?
yes. thanks!
Glad to help. :)
To find a fraction of a whole number, you need to multiply the whole number by the fraction. Here's a step-by-step guide:
1. Write down the whole number and the fraction you want to find.
For example, let's say you want to find 2/3 of the whole number 12.
2. Convert the fraction into a decimal.
Divide the numerator (the top number) by the denominator (the bottom number). For 2/3, divide 2 by 3.
In this case, 2 divided by 3 equals 0.6667 (rounded to four decimal places).
3. Multiply the decimal by the whole number.
Multiply the decimal (0.6667) by the whole number (12).
In this case, 0.6667 multiplied by 12 equals 8 (rounded to the nearest whole number).
4. Interpret the result.
The answer is 8, which means 2/3 of 12 is 8.
So, 2/3 of 12 is 8.