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 5 tenths.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as two numbers separated by a slash, such as 1/2, where 1 is the numerator (part) and 2 is the denominator (whole).

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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. For example, 1/4 = 1 ÷ 4 = 0.25.

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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 as a fraction with a denominator of 1, then multiply the numerator and denominator by 10 for each digit after the decimal point. For example, 0.75 = 75/100 = 3/4.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent fractions.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

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The decimal equivalent of 1/2 is 0.5.

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How do you compare decimals?

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To compare decimals, line them up by the decimal point and compare digit by digit from left to right. The larger number is the one with the greater digit in the first place where they differ.

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What is the value of 0.875 as a fraction?

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0.875 as a fraction is 7/8.

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How do you order fractions from least to greatest?

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

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What is the decimal for 0.4?

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0.4 is equivalent to 2/5 as a fraction.