34.2 percent as a fraction

How to convert 34.2 percent to fraction?

To convert the 34.2% 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 34.2% as a fraction?

Follow these easy steps to convert 34.2% into fraction-

Given number is => 34.2

Write down the 34.2 in a percentage form like this:

34.2% = 34.2/100

Since, 34.2 is not a whole number, now we need multiply numerator and denominator by 10^n, n = decimal points in number. [n=1]

=> 34.2 × 10/100 × 10 = 342/1000

We also need to check to simplify the fraction.

Greatest common factor [GCF] of 342 and 1000

=> GCF(342,1000) = 2

=> 342 ÷ 2/1000 ÷ 2 = 171/500

Conclusion: 34.2% = 171/500

Therefore, the 34.2 percent as a fraction, final answer is 171/500.