5.2 Converting Decimals to Fractions

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a number that represents a fraction whose denominator is a power of ten, often used to express values less than one.

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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 over its place value (e.g., 0.75 = 75/100) and simplify if possible.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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Convert 0.75 to a fraction in simplest form.

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Convert 0.125 to a fraction in simplest form.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 1 3/4.

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How do you express a decimal as a mixed number?

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To express a decimal as a mixed number, separate the whole number part from the decimal part and convert the decimal part to a fraction.

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Convert 9.87 to a mixed number in simplest form.

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9 87/100

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1 3/8?

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1.375

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Convert 0.85 to a fraction in simplest form.

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