16/55 as a percentage is 29.09%. This simple figure shows that the fraction is a little under one‑third when you think of it in terms of parts of a whole.
The fraction 16/55 can appear in everyday situations, like when you split 55 pieces of candy and give 16 to a friend. Seeing it as a percentage helps you quickly understand the share: about 29 out of every 100 parts.
Because the percentage is rounded to two decimal places, the exact value is a bit more precise than the raw fraction, but it’s still easy to read and compare with other percentages you might encounter in school or work.
