When we convert a fraction, like 2/7 to a percent, we’re asking “What percentage is 2 of 7 ?” To figure this take the Part (2) divided by the Whole (7) x 100.

Part/Whole x 100 = ___ %

So we divide 2 by 7 and multiply by 100 to convert 2/7 to a percent. When we do that, we find that 2/7 is 28.57%. That means if you take 2/7 of something you are taking 28.57%. Note that this number is rounded since 2/7 produces a non-terminating decimal.

Note that the fraction 2/7 is less than one so we should have a percentage less than 100%. This is a helpful way to check your work.

--- Steps to Change 2/7 to a Percentage—

1. Divide the numerator and denominator to get a decimal.
2. Multiply the fraction to get the percent value.

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