71/85 as a percentage is 83.53%. This value shows how much of a whole the fraction represents when we look at it on a scale of 100.
The fraction 71/85 can be thought of as 71 parts out of a total of 85 equal parts. When you compare those 71 parts to a full set of 100 parts, you get the same proportion, which is the percentage we just gave.
Knowing the percentage helps you quickly see that the fraction is a little more than four‑fifths of a whole. It’s a handy way to communicate the size of the fraction in everyday situations, like grades or discounts.
