What percent of 50 is 18? Explain in detail

Fastest method for calculating what percent of 50 is 18

Assume the unknown value is 'Y', and 18 of 50 can be written as:

Y =

18

50

By multiplying both numerator and denominator by 100 we will get:

Y =

18

50

x

100

100

=

36

100

Y = 36%

Answer: 36 percent of 50 is 18

If you want to use a calculator, simply enter 18:50x100 and you will get your answer which is 36

I think you need to divide sorry I might be wrong I forgot how to do it and I usually mess stuff up