Comparing fractions and decimals

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What is a fraction?

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of expressing a number that is not whole, using a point to separate the whole number part from the fractional part, e.g., 0.75.

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator.

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What does it mean if one fraction is greater than another?

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If one fraction is greater than another, it means that it represents a larger part of a whole.

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What does it mean if one fraction is less than another?

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If one fraction is less than another, it means that it represents a smaller part of a whole.

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How can 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 relationship between fractions and decimals?

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Fractions and decimals are two ways to represent the same concept of parts of a whole; they can be converted into each other.

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How do you determine if two fractions are equal?

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Two fractions are equal if they represent the same part of a whole, which can be checked by cross-multiplying.