Ordering Fractions and Decimals

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (the number of parts) and 'b' is the denominator (the total number of equal parts).

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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. For example, 0.5 represents 1/2.

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How do you compare fractions?

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To compare fractions, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimals and then compare the values.

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What does it mean to order numbers from least to greatest?

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Ordering numbers from least to greatest means arranging them in ascending order, starting with the smallest number and ending with the largest.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share, used to compare or add fractions.

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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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What is the value of 3/6 in decimal form?

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3/6 in decimal form is 0.5.

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How do you order decimals?

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To order decimals, compare the digits from left to right, starting with the whole number part, then the tenths, hundredths, etc.

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What is the difference between 0.6 and 5/8?

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0.6 is equal to 3/5, while 5/8 is 0.625. Therefore, 0.6 is less than 5/8.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The greatest common factor is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.