Fractions to Decimals

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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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 is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

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0.75

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What does the term 'hundredths' mean in decimal form?

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Hundredths refer to the second place to the right of the decimal point, representing parts out of 100.

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How do you express 0.25 in fraction form?

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0.25 can be expressed as 25/100, which simplifies to 1/4.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 5/10?

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0.5

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 7/100?

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0.07

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How do you convert a decimal to a fraction?

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To convert a decimal to a fraction, write the decimal as a fraction with a denominator based on the place value, then simplify if possible.