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Chapter 4: Problem 2

Express \(\frac{7}{9}\) as a percentage, giving your answer to 2 d.p.

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Answer: The fraction \(\frac{7}{9}\) is equal to 77.78% when rounded to two decimal places.

Step by step solution

01

Convert the fraction to a decimal

To convert the fraction \(\frac{7}{9}\) into a decimal, divide the numerator (7) by the denominator (9). In this case, we have: \(\frac{7}{9} = 7\div 9 \approx 0.77778\) So, the fraction \(\frac{7}{9}\) is approximately equal to the decimal 0.77778.
02

Convert the decimal into a percentage

To convert the decimal 0.77778 into a percentage, multiply it by 100: \(0.77778 \times 100 = 77.778\%\)
03

Round the percentage to two decimal places

Finally, round the percentage 77.778% to two decimal places: \(77.778\% \approx 77.78\%\) So, the fraction \(\frac{7}{9}\) is equal to 77.78% to two decimal places.

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