Decimals and Fractions

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of representing fractions using a point (.) to separate the whole number part from the fractional part. For example, 0.5 represents 1/2.

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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 the decimal equivalent of 1/4?

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0.25

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How do you order fractions from least to greatest?

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To order fractions, convert them to a common denominator or to decimals, then compare their values.

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Compare the fractions 5/8 and 1/4 using >, <, or =.

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5/8 > 1/4

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Which fraction is larger: 2/3 or 9/12?

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9/12 is larger than 2/3.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 0.8?

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0.8 is equal to 8/10 or 4/5.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. For example, 1/2 = 1 ÷ 2 = 0.5.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest number that can be used as a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The greatest common factor is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.