The fraction 42/89 expressed as a percentage is 47.19%. This rounded value tells you that 42 out of every 89 parts is just under half of the whole.
The denominator 89 is a prime number, so the fraction cannot be simplified any further. It represents a little less than one‑half, which is why its percentage sits a few points below 50 %. When you see 42/89 in a table or a chart, you can quickly think of it as “about 47 %”.
In everyday situations, you might use this percentage to compare scores, calculate odds, or estimate portions. For example, if a team wins 42 out of 89 games, they have a win rate of 47.19%, showing they win just under half their matches. This makes it easy to communicate the result in a familiar format.
