55/57 as a percentage is 96.49%. This value shows how close the fraction is to a whole number, because it is just a little under 100 %.
The fraction 55/57 can be thought of as 55 parts out of a total of 57 equal parts. Since only two parts are missing, the result is very high—almost a full unit.
In everyday situations, percentages like 96.49% help us compare quantities quickly, whether it’s a test score, a discount, or a success rate. It’s a handy way to see that 55 out of 57 is practically complete.