The fraction 18/48 is equal to 37.50% when converted to a percentage. This percentage represents the portion of 48 that 18 makes up. It's a way to express the fraction as parts per hundred, making it easier to understand and compare with other values.
When we look at 18/48, we can see it's not in its simplest form. The fraction can be reduced by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor. However, whether in its original form or reduced, the percentage equivalent remains the same at 37.50%. This percentage tells us that if we had 48 items, 18 of them would represent 37.50% of the total.