2/16 expressed as a percentage is 12.50%. This simple fraction shows how a small part of a whole can be written as a clear, easy‑to‑read percent. It’s a handy way to compare parts of different sizes.
The fraction 2/16 can also be reduced to 1/8, which still represents the same amount of the whole. Whether you see it as 2 out of 16 pieces or 1 out of 8 pieces, the value stays the same, and the percentage stays at 12.50%.
Using percentages like this helps in everyday tasks—like figuring out discounts, grades, or measurements—because most people find “percent” quicker to understand than a raw fraction. So whenever you see 2/16, you now know it equals 12.50%.
