Classifying Decimals

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What does it mean if a decimal is terminating?

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It means the decimal stops and does not continue indefinitely.

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What does a line above a number in a decimal indicate?

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It indicates that the number repeats indefinitely.

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What type of number is π (pi)?

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Irrational, because it cannot be expressed as a fraction.

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Convert the mixed number 1⅚ to a decimal.

Back

1.833333....

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If a decimal is repeating like 0.833333..., where should the line be placed?

Back

Above the 3.

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What is a rational number?

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A number that can be expressed as a fraction of two integers.

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What is an example of a terminating decimal?

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0.75 is a terminating decimal.

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What is an example of a repeating decimal?

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0.666... is a repeating decimal.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/4?

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0.25.