Let's look at the fraction 36/47. What is 36/47 as a percentage? It is 76.60% when rounded to two decimal places. This number shows how close the fraction is to three‑quarters of a whole.
The fraction 36/47 is a proper fraction, meaning the numerator is smaller than the denominator. It can't be simplified further because 36 and 47 share no common factors other than 1. When you think of it on a number line, it sits a little above the 0.75 mark, which matches the percentage we just mentioned.
In everyday life, percentages like 76.60% are useful for quick comparisons. Whether you're looking at test scores, survey results, or the chance of an event happening, converting a fraction to a percentage makes the information easier to understand at a glance.
