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Let's start with the basics of what a 'percent' means. The word 'percent' comes from the Latin 'per centum,' which means 'by the hundred.' Essentially, percent is a way to express a number as a fraction of 100. For example, 50% means 50 out of 100, or half. Understanding this makes it much easier to convert between decimals and percentages. When you see a decimal point, you can think of it as part of 100 as well. This will help you grasp the concept much quicker!

Now, let’s talk about the actual process of converting a decimal to a percent. The key operation here is 'multiplication.' Why? Because multiplying by 100 shifts the decimal point two places to the right.
For example, if you have the decimal 0.01 and you multiply it by 100, you move the decimal two places to the right, giving you 1. This is crucial because it's how you convert the decimal to a whole number that represents a percentage.

• 0.01 becomes 1 (0.01 * 100 = 1)
• Adding the percent symbol (%) then gives you 1%

Multiplication here is not just a step; it's the tool that transforms the number into a percentage form!

Let's break down the steps for converting a decimal to a percent, using the example from the exercise.
Step 1: Understanding the Conversion
To convert a decimal to a percent, you need to multiply the decimal number by 100. This is because 'percent' translates to 'per hundred.' This step sets the foundation for the procedure.
Step 2: Multiply the Decimal
Take the decimal, which is 0.01 in our example, and multiply it by 100. The operation looks like this:
\(0.01 \times 100 = 1\)
This step moves the decimal point two places to the right, converting 0.01 into 1.
Step 3: Add the Percent Symbol
Finally, after multiplying, add the percent symbol (%) to the resulting number. Therefore, 1 becomes 1%. This final step marks your conversion complete! Now you have successfully turned a decimal into a percent!