Sure, let's work through this step-by-step to find 18.5% of 176 kg.
1. Understanding Percentages:
- Percent means per hundred. So, 18.5% means 18.5 out of 100.
2. Converting the Percentage to a Decimal:
- To convert 18.5% to a decimal, divide by 100:
[tex]\[
\frac{18.5}{100} = 0.185
\][/tex]
3. Multiplying by the Total Weight:
- To find 18.5% of 176 kg, multiply the decimal form of the percentage by the total weight:
[tex]\[
0.185 \times 176
\][/tex]
4. Calculating the Result:
- When you multiply 0.185 by 176, the result is:
[tex]\[
0.185 \times 176 = 32.56
\][/tex]
So, 18.5% of 176 kg is 32.56 kg.
