42/61 as a percentage is 68.85%. This number tells you how much of a whole 42 parts out of 61 represent when you look at it on a 100‑point scale.
The fraction 42/61 is a proper fraction, meaning the numerator is smaller than the denominator. It cannot be simplified further because 42 and 61 share no common factors other than 1.
In everyday life, you might see a percentage like 68.85% on a test score, a discount, or a survey result. It gives a quick sense of proportion without needing to work with the original fraction.
If you need to compare it with other numbers, just remember that percentages are easy to read: 68.85% means a little under seven‑tenths of the whole.
