The fraction 8/18 is equal to 44.44% when converted to a percentage and rounded to two decimal places. This means that 8 out of 18 parts represent about 44 and a half percent of the whole. It's a bit less than half, which would be 50%.
In everyday situations, you might come across this fraction or percentage. For example, if 8 out of 18 students in a class wear glasses, that's the same as saying about 44% of the class wears glasses. Or if you complete 8 out of 18 tasks on your to-do list, you've finished around 44% of your work. Understanding these equivalents can help you quickly grasp proportions in various contexts.