The fraction 42/67 can be expressed as a percentage: 62.69%. This percentage is rounded to the nearest two decimal places for simplicity. When we think about fractions as parts of a whole, 42/67 represents about 63 out of every 100 parts, which is why it's close to 63%.
In everyday life, we often use percentages instead of fractions because they're easier to understand at a glance. For example, if you scored 42 out of 67 on a test, you might find it more meaningful to know you got about 63% correct. This percentage gives you a quick idea of how well you did without having to think about the original fraction.
