When we convert a fraction, like 1/8 to a percent, we’re asking “What percentage is 1 of 8 ?” To figure this take the Part (1) divided by the Whole (8) x 100.
Part/Whole x 100 = ___ %
So we divide 1 by 8 and multiply by 100 to convert 1/8 to a percent. When we do that, we find that 1/8 is 12.5%. That means if you take 1/8 of something you are taking 12.5%.
Note that the fraction 1/8 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 1/8 to a Percentage—
1. Divide the numerator and denominator to get a decimal.
2. Multiply the fraction to get the percent value.
