42.55% is what you get when you turn the fraction 40/94 into a percentage.
The fraction 40/94 can be simplified to 20/47, which still represents the same value. Even in its simplest form, it’s a bit more than two‑fifths of a whole.
When you need a quick, easy‑to‑read number, the rounded percentage 42.55% works well in reports, charts, or everyday conversations. It gives a clear sense of proportion without dealing with the original fraction.