Converting Fractions to Percents

In this video, Mr. J explains how to convert the fraction 3/4 into a percentage. The process involves dividing the numerator by the denominator to get a decimal, then multiplying the decimal by 100 to convert it into a percentage. Mr. J provides a step-by-step guide through the division process, including handling decimals and zeros, and concludes with the final conversion to 75%.

What is the first step in converting a fraction to a percent?

• Multiply the fraction by 100

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator

• Add the numerator and denominator

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

When setting up the division for 3/4, what do you do if the numerator is smaller than the denominator?

• Use a decimal and a zero

• Multiply the numerator by 10

• Add a zero to the numerator

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator

How many whole groups of four are there in thirty?

• Eight

• Seven

• Nine

• Six

What is the result of multiplying 7 by 4 in the division process?

• 30

• 28

• 26

• 24

What is the purpose of extending the division bar during the division process?

• To add more numbers

• To make the division easier

• To align the decimal correctly

• To subtract more easily

What do you do after obtaining a decimal from the division to convert it to a percent?

• Subtract 10 from the decimal

• Divide the decimal by 100

• Multiply the decimal by 100

• Add 10 to the decimal

How do you quickly multiply a decimal by 100?

• Move the decimal point two places to the left

• Move the decimal point two places to the right

• Add two zeros to the end

• Divide by 10

What is the final percent equivalent of the fraction 3/4?

• 80%

• 75%

• 60%

• 50%

What is the decimal equivalent of 3/4 before converting to a percent?

• 0.60

• 0.50

• 0.75

• 0.80

What is the final step in the video after converting the fraction to a percent?

• Introducing a new topic

• Concluding the video

• Solving another example

• Reviewing the steps