Fractions and Decimals Flashcard

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What is a fraction?

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of expressing a number that is not whole, using a point to separate the whole number part from the fractional part.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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What is the value of the digit 3 in the number 5.34?

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The value of the digit 3 in 5.34 is 0.3, which is in the tenths place.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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What is expanded notation?

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts being considered or taken from the whole.

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimals.