The fraction 8/35 is equal to 22.86% when converted to a percentage. This percentage is rounded to the nearest two decimal places for simplicity. Fractions and percentages are different ways of expressing the same value, with percentages often being easier to understand at a glance.
In everyday life, you might encounter 8/35 or 22.86% in various situations. For example, if 8 out of 35 students in a class prefer chocolate ice cream, you could say that 22.86% of the class likes chocolate best. This fraction and percentage represent a little less than a quarter of the total, which can be useful for quick mental comparisons.