An easy, straightforward, and fun guide for learning fractions and its counterparts Fractions For Dummies is the perfect strategy guide for both understanding and using one of maths most common (and most challenging) topic areas. Youll explore current solving strategies for fraction-related problems, and youll also discover how to solve problems involving fractions closely related cousins, decimals and percentages. Dive deep into the basics of these topics before moving on to more advanced uses, such as word problems, with the help of author and experienced math teacher Mark Zegarelli. This straightforward and intuitive book also includes: Techniques for working with mixed numbers (numbers that include whole amounts and fractions) and more Ways to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions with whole numbers and with each other Strategies for helping and supporting the young student in your life whos struggling with fractions, decimals, and/or percentages Its time you showed these math areas whos boss. Fractions For Dummies shows you just how easy fractions and the like can be!