Decimals and Fractions

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of representing numbers that are not whole, using a point to separate the whole number part from the fractional part.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as two numbers separated by a slash, like 1/2.

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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 (top number) by the denominator (bottom number).

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What does the decimal 0.5 represent as a fraction?

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0.5 represents the fraction 1/2.

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What is the value of 0.8 in fraction form?

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0.8 is equal to 8/10, which simplifies to 4/5.

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Which is greater: 0.4 or 0.04?

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0.4 is greater than 0.04.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

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The decimal equivalent of 3/4 is 0.75.

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How do you compare decimals?

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To compare decimals, look at the digits from left to right, starting with the highest place value.

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What is the decimal for 1/10?

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1/10 is equal to 0.1.

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What does 0.37 mean in terms of fractions?

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0.37 can be expressed as 37/100.