Converting Fractions to Decimals

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What is the process of converting a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator (top number) by the denominator (bottom number).

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What is 1/2 as a decimal?

Back

0.5

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What is 3/4 as a decimal?

Back

0.75

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How do you convert a mixed number to a decimal?

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Convert the whole number to a decimal and add it to the decimal equivalent of the fractional part.

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What is 2 1/2 as a decimal?

Back

2.5

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What is the decimal equivalent of 5/8?

Back

0.625

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/5?

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0.2

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How do you round a decimal to the nearest hundredth?

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Look at the third decimal place; if it's 5 or more, round up the second decimal place by one.

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What is 0.875 as a fraction?

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7/8

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What is the decimal equivalent of 0.12 as a fraction?

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12/100 or simplified to 3/25.