72/83 as a percentage is 86.75%. This value tells you how close the fraction is to a whole number when expressed in hundredths.
The fraction 72/83 is an improper fraction, meaning the numerator is smaller than the denominator, so it is less than 1. In everyday terms, it represents about 87 parts out of every 100, which is why the percentage is close to 87%.
Because the exact decimal is a long repeating number, it is usually rounded to two decimal places for simplicity. The rounded figure 86.75% is easy to read and works well in reports, charts, or quick calculations.
You might see this kind of conversion in grades, test scores, or statistical data where a fraction needs to be compared to a whole. Using the rounded percentage makes the information clear and accessible.
