Decimals and Fractions Review

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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 from the fractional part.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as one number over another, separated by a line (e.g., 1/2).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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 (top number) by the denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value (e.g., 1/2 and 2/4).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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What is the fraction 40/100 in simplest form?

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The fraction 40/100 simplifies to 2/5.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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To add fractions with the same denominator, add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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How do you subtract fractions with different denominators?

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To subtract fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions, then subtract the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/10?

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The decimal equivalent of 1/10 is 0.1.

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What is the value of 0.5 as a fraction?

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The value of 0.5 as a fraction is 1/2.

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How do you compare two decimals?

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To compare two decimals, line them up by the decimal point and compare digit by digit from left to right.

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B