42/64 as a percentage is 65.63%. This tells you that the fraction represents a little more than two‑thirds of a whole. It’s a handy way to see the size of the part in everyday terms, like a score on a test or a discount in a store.
The fraction 42/64 can be reduced to 21/32, which still gives the same percentage. Even though the numbers look different, the value doesn’t change, so you can use either form depending on what’s easier for you.
In real life, percentages like 65.63% are useful for quick comparisons. For example, if a recipe calls for 64 g of flour and you only have 42 g, you know you have about two‑thirds of the amount you need.
Remember, when you see a percentage, just picture it as part of 100. So 65.63% means you have 65.63 out of every 100 parts, which matches the fraction 42/64 perfectly.
