Question

How do you write 47% as a fraction?

Answer 1

`47% = 47/100`

Explanation:

The symbol `%` actually means 'out of 100', so every time it is used you are automatically working with a fraction.

`47% = 47/100`

In this case it does not simplify because 47 is a prime number and not a factor of 100.

A percent such as `45%` would be given as :

`47% = 45/100 = 9/20`

Fractions are always simplified if possible.