20/32 as a percentage is 62.50%. This number tells you how much of a whole the fraction represents when you look at it on a scale of 100. It’s a quick way to see the size of the fraction in everyday terms.
The fraction 20/32 can be reduced by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor, 4. Doing this gives you 5/8, which is the simplest form of the original fraction. Even in its simplest form, the percentage remains the same.
Seeing the percentage helps when you compare it to other values, like grades or discounts. For example, a score of 62.50% means you got a little over half of the possible points.
In everyday situations, rounding to two decimal places keeps the number clear and easy to read, while still being accurate enough for most practical uses.
