Converting/Ordering Fractions & Decimals

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What is the process to convert a decimal to a fraction?

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To convert a decimal to a fraction, write the decimal as a fraction with the decimal number as the numerator and a power of 10 as the denominator, then simplify if possible.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/4?

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0.25

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

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0.5

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that result over the original denominator.

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What is the process to order a set of numbers from least to greatest?

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To order numbers from least to greatest, compare each number and arrange them in ascending order based on their value.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 0.72?

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0.72 is equivalent to 72/100, which simplifies to 18/25.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The greatest common divisor (GCD) is the largest positive integer that divides each of the integers without leaving a remainder.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.