5 out of 40 as a Percentage
5 out of 40 is 12.50%, which is a letter grade of F.
Percentage
12.50%
Letter Grade
F
Wrong Answers
35
Simplified
1/8
Understanding the Calculation
To convert 5 out of 40 into a percentage, divide the correct answers (5) by the total questions (40) and multiply by 100:
(5 ÷ 40) × 100 = 12.50%
With 5 correct answers out of 40, you got 35 wrong. The fraction 5/40 simplifies to 1/8. On the standard grading scale, 12.50% corresponds to a F.