6/42 as a percentage is 14.29%. This value tells you how much of a whole the fraction represents when you think of the whole as 100 %. It’s a quick way to see the size of the part in everyday terms.
The fraction 6/42 can be simplified to 1/7, which is easier to work with in calculations. Even in its simplest form, the portion still equals the same 14.29% of any whole you compare it to.
Knowing the percentage helps in real‑world situations, like figuring out a discount, a test score, or a share of a group. Just remember that 14.29% means roughly 14 out of every 100 parts.
