Percentages represent an amount out of 100. This provides a consistent base to compare against when looking at fractional parts. For example, 50%, means 50 out of 100 or \( \frac{50}{100} \). 50% is ...

This method is ideal when the denominator of the fraction is a factor or a multiple of 100. The denominator (400) is a multiple of 100. 400 ÷ 4 = 100. Write an equivalent fraction with 100 as the ...