46/85 expressed as a percentage is 54.12%. This value shows how much of a whole 46 parts represent when the whole is divided into 85 equal pieces.
The fraction 46/85 is a proper fraction, meaning the numerator is smaller than the denominator. It can be useful when comparing parts of a set, such as 46 out of 85 students who passed a test.
Seeing the percentage makes it easier to understand at a glance. While the fraction gives the exact relationship, 54.12% tells you that just over half of the group is represented.
In everyday situations, you might round the percentage to 54% for quick estimates, but the more precise 54.12% is handy when accuracy matters.