16/61 as a percentage is 26.23%. This fraction is just a way to show a part of a whole, and when you turn it into a percent you get a number that’s easy to compare with other percentages.
The value 26.23% tells you that roughly one‑quarter of something is represented by 16 out of 61 pieces. You might see this kind of number in a test score, a survey result, or when measuring a portion of a mixture.
Because the percentage is rounded to two decimal places, the exact figure is a little bit higher or lower, but for everyday use 26.23% is clear and precise enough. It’s a handy way to talk about the fraction without having to write out the long division.
