The fraction 1⁄17 as a percentage is 5.88%. This rounded value gives a quick way to see how small the part is compared to a whole.
When you look at 1⁄17 as a decimal, it repeats as 0.058823529…, which shows why the percentage is a little under 6 %. The repeating pattern makes the number interesting for math puzzles and for learning about repeating decimals.
In everyday situations, 5.88% can be used to compare small portions, like a tiny discount or a fraction of a class size. Knowing the percentage helps you understand the size of the piece without needing to work with the fraction directly.
