Percentage

12.5%

Percentage value = (numerator ÷ denominator) × 100

How it works

The fraction is divided out to a decimal, then multiplied by 100 to express it as a percentage.

Formula: Percentage value = (numerator ÷ denominator) × 100

Examples

An eighth

1/8 = (1 ÷ 8) × 100 = 12.5%.

Three quarters

3/4 = (3 ÷ 4) × 100 = 75%.

Things to keep in mind

  • The denominator cannot be zero.

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert a fraction to a percentage?

Divide the numerator by the denominator, then multiply by 100. For 1/8, that is (1 ÷ 8) × 100 = 12.5%.