When you turn the fraction 40/52 into a percentage you get 76.92%. This is the rounded value you’ll see most often in tables and reports.
The fraction 40/52 can also be seen as a little more than three‑quarters. It’s close to 0.77 when written as a decimal, which matches the percentage nicely.
Knowing the percentage helps when you compare parts of a whole, like tracking a score that’s 40 points out of a possible 52. It tells you quickly how much of the total you have achieved.
In everyday situations—whether it’s a test result, a sports stat, or a budget share—using 76.92% gives a clear picture without having to work with the original fraction.
