71.2 percent as a fraction

How to convert 71.2 percent to fraction?

To convert the 71.2% 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 71.2% as a fraction?

Follow these easy steps to convert 71.2% into fraction-

Given number is => 71.2

Write down the 71.2 in a percentage form like this:

71.2% = 71.2/100

Since, 71.2 is not a whole number, now we need multiply numerator and denominator by 10^n, n = decimal points in number. [n=1]

=> 71.2 × 10/100 × 10 = 712/1000

We also need to check to simplify the fraction.

Greatest common factor [GCF] of 712 and 1000

=> GCF(712,1000) = 8

=> 712 ÷ 8/1000 ÷ 8 = 89/125

Conclusion: 71.2% = 89/125

Therefore, the 71.2 percent as a fraction, final answer is 89/125.