Cindy H.

asked • 05/15/15

what is 9/20 as a percent

what is 9/20 as a percent

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Arthur D. answered • 05/15/15

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percent means "hundredths"
9/20=5(9)/5(20)=45/100=45%
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David W.

In addition to Arthur's answer, I like students to picture the problem.  1/20 of $1 is 5% or a nickel, right? (20 nickels in $1).  It is also written $0.05.
 
With 9 nickels, you have 45 cents.   Yep, that's 45% of $1.00.
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