12/46 as a percentage is 26.09%. This number tells you how much of a whole the fraction represents when you think in terms of hundredths.
The fraction 12/46 can be reduced to 6/23, but whether you keep it in its original form or simplify it, the size of the part stays the same. It means you have 12 equal pieces out of a total of 46 pieces.
When you see 26.09%, you can picture it as about a quarter of something. It’s a handy way to compare the fraction to other percentages you might encounter, like 20% or 30%.
In everyday use, writing the percentage is often clearer than the fraction, especially in reports, charts, or when talking about parts of a whole in simple terms.
