59/60 as a percentage is 98.33%. This means the fraction is almost a whole, missing just a tiny part.
The fraction 59/60 is a simple way to show something that is very close to 1. When you see 59 out of 60 parts, you can imagine a pie that is almost completely filled.
Because the percentage is so high, this kind of fraction is useful for describing things like high test scores, near‑perfect measurements, or success rates that are just a little short of perfect.
In everyday language, saying “about 98 %” is easier than saying “59 out of 60.” Both give the same idea: the value is extremely close to a full 100 %.
