27/49 as a percentage is 55.10%. This number tells you how much of a whole 27 parts out of 49 would be if you turned it into a percent. It’s a handy way to compare the fraction to other values that are expressed in percent.
The fraction 27/49 is already in its simplest form, and it represents a little more than half of a whole. When you see it written as a percent, it’s easier to understand at a glance that it’s just over 55 % of whatever you’re measuring.
Percentages like 55.10% are useful in everyday situations—like figuring out a test score, a discount, or a portion of a budget. Knowing the percent makes it quick to compare different numbers without having to work with the original fractions.
