The fraction 4/9 is equal to 44.44% when converted to a percentage. This common fraction represents four parts out of a total of nine equal parts. It's a bit less than half, which would be 50% or 5/9.
In everyday life, you might encounter 4/9 or 44.44% in various situations. For example, if 4 out of 9 people in a group prefer chocolate ice cream, that's about 44.44% of the group. Or if you complete 4 tasks out of a list of 9, you've finished approximately 44.44% of your work. This fraction and its percentage equivalent are useful for understanding proportions and making quick estimates in daily activities.