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 numbers, using a point to separate the whole 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, such as 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 is the decimal equivalent of 1/10?

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0.1

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/100?

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0.01

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Which is greater: 0.5 or 0.05?

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0.5 is greater than 0.05.

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What fraction represents 0.25?

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1/4

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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 equivalent of 3/10?

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0.3

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What fraction shows 0.75?

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3/4