When you turn the fraction 21/98 into a percent, you get 21.43%. That is the rounded value you would see on a report card or a simple chart.
The fraction 21/98 can be reduced to 3/14, which is a little more than one‑tenth of a whole. It’s a useful way to show a small part of a larger group, like 21 students out of a class of 98.
In everyday language, saying “about 21.43 %” is easier than repeating the fraction. You might use it when you need to compare parts of a whole quickly, such as in surveys or budgeting.
Because the number is rounded to two decimal places, it’s precise enough for most school projects and simple calculations, while still being easy to read and understand.
