5/20 as a percentage is 25.00%. This fraction represents one quarter of a whole, and when expressed in percent form it shows that it takes up exactly one‑fourth of the total.
The fraction 5/20 can be simplified by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by 5, giving 1/4. Whether you write it as 5/20, 1/4, or 25.00%, the value stays the same.
In everyday situations, thinking in percentages makes it easy to compare parts of a whole. For example, if you scored 5 out of 20 on a quiz, you earned 25.00% of the possible points. This quick view helps you see where you stand at a glance.
