Fraction and Decimal Word Problems

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What is a fraction?

Back

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 fractions in a base 10 system, using a decimal point to separate the whole number 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 is the operation used to find how many times a fraction fits into a whole number?

Back

Division.

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If you have 1/2 of a pizza and you want to share it equally with one friend, how much pizza does each person get?

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Each person gets 1/4 of the pizza.

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What is the result of multiplying a fraction by a whole number?

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You multiply the numerator of the fraction by the whole number.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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Find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem involving fractions?

Back

Identify the operation needed (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division).

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If a recipe calls for 3/4 cup of sugar and you double the recipe, how much sugar do you need?

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You need 1 1/2 cups of sugar.

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What does it mean to 'divide by a fraction'?

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Dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal.