Comparing decimal fractions

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What is a decimal fraction?

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A decimal fraction is a fraction where the denominator is a power of ten, expressed using a decimal point.

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How do you compare decimal fractions?

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To compare decimal fractions, align the decimal points and compare the digits from left to right.

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What does the decimal 0.5 represent?

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0.5 represents one half or 50%.

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Which is greater: 0.3 or 0.5?

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0.5 is greater than 0.3.

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What is the value of 0.86 in fraction form?

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0.86 can be expressed as 86/100 or 43/50.

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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 over 1, multiply numerator and denominator by 10 for each digit after the decimal, and simplify.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 0.1?

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0.1 is equivalent to 1/10.

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Is 0.06 greater than or less than 0.6?

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0.06 is less than 0.6.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.