Fractions and Decimals

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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What is a decimal?

Back

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

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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 does the decimal 0.1 represent in fraction form?

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0.1 represents the fraction 1/10.

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What is the value of 0.12 in fraction form?

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0.12 is equal to 12/100, which simplifies to 3/25.

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Which is greater: 0.4 or 4/10?

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They are equal; 0.4 is the decimal form of 4/10.

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What does the decimal 0.28 represent in fraction form?

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0.28 represents the fraction 28/100, which simplifies to 7/25.

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How do you compare fractions?

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To compare fractions, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What is the relationship between 0.09 and 9/100?

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0.09 is equal to 9/100; they represent the same value.

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What does the grid represent if it shows 6 shaded parts out of 10?

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The grid represents the fraction 6/10.