The fraction 13/20 as a percentage is often asked or needed. To convert 13/20 to a percentage, you need to understand the method in which it is done.
The conversion of a fraction to a percentage can be done by two methods and you will be taught both for your convenience. Here is an easy explanation of how to convert a fraction to a percentage.
Basic concepts of 13 out of 20 as a percentage
1) Any fraction consists of two parts. The one above the line of division is called the numerator and the numbers that are below the line of division are called the denominator.
2) The percentage is something that needs to be described as the expression of any value in terms of 100. They are described as a fraction of 100 in percentage.
3) For example, if we say 75% then it means 75/100 and 85% means 85/100.
What is 13/20 as a Percentage? In percentage, 13/20 = 65%
Calculation 13/20 as a Percentage?
Method #1
For the value of calculation of 13/20 as a percentage, you need to first adjust the value of the denominator such that you get a 100 below. For that, you need to work out the sum and here you need to divide 100 by 20.
100÷20 = 5
Now since you have the multiple 5, that needs to be multiplied with both numerator and denominator and then you shall find the results as
Hence,
(13×5)/(20×5) = 65/100
So your obtained results for the given fraction when converted to percentage will be 65%.
13/20 as a percentage = 65%
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Method #2
Now you need to work out another process where you will find a similar result to your answer.
Step 1. Convert the fraction 30/50 to a decimal first by dividing the numerator by the denominator. Here you will find, 13÷20 = 0.65
Step 2. Now you need to multiply 0.65 by 100 that is 0.65×100 = 65 %
0.65×100 = 65%
13/20 as a percentage = 65%
Conclusion
There are two different ways of finding out the same results and both the processes are simple and you will not have any difficulties in getting the sum done right with perfection.
The students will have no scope of confusion if they follow the steps and get their digits solved systematically.
Thus here is how you will find the results of 13/20 in percentage as 65%
Also read: What is 30/50 as a Percentage?
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