Pre-Algebra Examples

Convert to a Decimal 281÷(40%)
Step 1
Convert the percentage to a fraction by placing the expression over . Percentage means 'out of '.
Step 2
Reduce the fraction.
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Step 2.1
To divide by a fraction, multiply by its reciprocal.
Step 2.2
Cancel the common factor of and .
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Step 2.2.1
Factor out of .
Step 2.2.2
Cancel the common factors.
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Step 2.2.2.1
Factor out of .
Step 2.2.2.2
Cancel the common factor.
Step 2.2.2.3
Rewrite the expression.
Step 2.3
Multiply .
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Step 2.3.1
Combine and .
Step 2.3.2
Multiply by .
Step 3
Convert the fraction to a decimal by dividing the numerator by the denominator.