Fractions, decimals, and percentages are all connected in a simple way. Let’s break it down:

• Fractions: A fraction, like $\frac{3}{4}$, shows a part of something whole. It’s like taking 3 out of 4 slices of pizza.

• Decimals: The fraction $\frac{3}{4}$ can also be written as $0.75$. This is just a different way to show the same amount.

• Percentages: The decimal $0.75$ can be turned into a percentage, which is $75\%$. This means 75 out of 100 parts.

Important Connections:

• Remember, $1$ (which is like a whole thing) is the same as $100\%$ and also equals $\frac{100}{100}$ and $1.0$.

• Proper fractions (like $\frac{1}{2}$, which means one part from two total parts) and improper fractions (like $\frac{5}{3}$, which means five parts from three total parts), help us understand how these numbers relate to decimals and percentages.

This makes it easier to see how things fit together, especially when thinking about parts of a whole!