38 ÷ 97 is equal to 39.18% when you write it as a percent. This is the rounded value you’ll see most often.
The fraction 38/97 is already in its simplest form because 38 and 97 share no common factors other than 1. Since 97 is a prime number, the only way to reduce the fraction would be to divide both numbers by 1.
Seeing the percentage helps you understand the size of the fraction quickly. For example, if you had 38 out of 97 items, you’d be holding about 39 % of the total.
In everyday situations, using the rounded 39.18% makes it easier to compare with other percentages, whether you’re looking at test scores, survey results, or discounts.
