Bob spent a total of $80 at the grocery store. Of this amount, he spent $52 on fruit. What percentage of the total did he spend on fruit?

Question

Hi, Im Isaiah and I have trouble with percentages could you help me please?

Answer 1

To find the percentage, divide the smaller number by the total number.  The total amount he spent was $80, so this is the "total number."  So divide 52 by 80.

 

52/80 = 0.65

 

To convert the decimal 0.65 into a percentage, move the decimal point two places to the right.... Then just add the percentage sign:

 

52/80 = 0.65 = 65%