31/71 as a percentage is 43.66%. This number tells you how much of a whole 31 parts out of 71 represent when you look at it on a scale of 100. It’s a quick way to understand the size of the fraction in everyday terms.
The fraction 31/71 is already in its simplest form, so the percentage is a direct representation of that exact value. When you see 43.66%, you know that a little less than half of the total is being considered.
In practical use, you might round this to 44% for rough estimates, but keeping the precise 43.66% is useful when accuracy matters, such as in reports or calculations.