The fraction 12/45 is equal to 26.67% when converted to a percentage. This percentage is rounded to the nearest two decimal places for simplicity. Fractions and percentages are different ways of expressing the same value, with percentages often being easier to understand at a glance.
In everyday life, you might encounter 12/45 or 26.67% in various situations. For example, if 12 out of 45 students in a class prefer pizza for lunch, you could say that 26.67% of the class likes pizza. This percentage gives a quick and clear picture of how many students enjoy pizza compared to the total number in the class.