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 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 two numbers separated by a slash, like 1/2.

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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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What is 0.5 as a fraction?

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0.5 can be written as 1/2.

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What is 0.25 as a fraction?

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0.25 can be written as 1/4.

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How do you compare decimals?

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To compare decimals, look at the digits from left to right, starting with the highest place value.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 5/100?

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The decimal equivalent of 5/100 is 0.05.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 4/100?

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The decimal equivalent of 4/100 is 0.04.

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What is 0.23 + 2/5 as a decimal?

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0.23 + 2/5 = 0.63.

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What is 3.2 compared to 3.3?

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3.2 is less than 3.3.