Decimals and Fractions

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that represents a fraction whose denominator is a power of ten, typically expressed with a decimal point.

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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 decimal equivalent of 1/2?

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0.5

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What does the term 'hundredths' mean in decimals?

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Hundredths refer to the second place to the right of the decimal point, representing 1/100.

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How do you write 0.75 as a fraction?

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0.75 can be written as 75/100, which simplifies to 3/4.

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What is the relationship between decimals and fractions?

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Decimals and fractions are two ways of representing the same concept of parts of a whole.

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What is 0.2 as a fraction?

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0.2 can be expressed as 2/10, which simplifies to 1/5.

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How do you express 24 hundredths as a fraction?

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24 hundredths can be expressed as 24/100, which simplifies to 6/25.

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What is the decimal representation of 6/10?

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6/10 is equal to 0.6.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator are different.