42/53 as a percentage is 79.25%. This number tells you how much of a whole 42 parts out of 53 represent when you look at it on a scale of 100. It’s a quick way to compare this fraction with everyday percentages.
The fraction 42/53 is already in its simplest form, meaning the numerator and denominator share no common factors other than 1. When you see it written as a percentage, you can easily tell that it’s a little under four‑fifths of a whole, since 80% would be exactly four‑fifths.
In practical terms, you might use 79.25% to describe things like test scores, discount rates, or any situation where a part of a whole needs to be expressed in everyday language. It’s a handy figure that turns a fraction into a familiar format.
