16/34 expressed as a percentage is 47.06%. This tells you that the fraction is just under half when you look at it on a scale of 100.
The fraction 16/34 can be simplified to 8/17, which still represents the same part of a whole. Seeing it as 47.06% makes it easier to compare with other numbers that are already in percent form.
In everyday situations, you might use this percentage to understand chances, like a 47.06% chance of rain, or to see how much of a budget is used. It’s a handy way to turn a fraction into a clear, relatable number.
