42/87 as a percentage is 48.28%. This number tells you how much of a whole the fraction represents when you look at it in terms of hundredths. It’s a handy way to compare the fraction to other values that are already expressed as percentages.
The fraction 42/87 can be reduced a little. Both the numerator and the denominator share a common factor of 3, so it simplifies to 14/29. Even after simplifying, the percentage stays the same because the value of the fraction hasn't changed.
Percentages like 48.28% are useful in everyday situations—like figuring out what part of a class got a certain score or what portion of a budget is spent on a specific item. Seeing the fraction as a percent makes it easier to understand at a glance.
In short, whenever you need a quick sense of proportion, turning 42/87 into 48.28% gives a clear, straightforward picture.
