17.2 percent as a fraction

How to convert 17.2 percent to fraction?

To convert the 17.2% as a fraction form simply divide the number by 100 and simplify the fraction by finding GCF. If given number is in decimal form then multiply numerator and denominator by 10^n and simplify it as much as possible.

How to write 17.2% as a fraction?

Follow these easy steps to convert 17.2% into fraction-

Given number is => 17.2

Write down the 17.2 in a percentage form like this:

17.2% = 17.2/100

Since, 17.2 is not a whole number, now we need multiply numerator and denominator by 10^n, n = decimal points in number. [n=1]

=> 17.2 × 10/100 × 10 = 172/1000

We also need to check to simplify the fraction.

Greatest common factor [GCF] of 172 and 1000

=> GCF(172,1000) = 4

=> 172 ÷ 4/1000 ÷ 4 = 43/250

Conclusion: 17.2% = 43/250

Therefore, the 17.2 percent as a fraction, final answer is 43/250.