Converting Mixed Numbers to Decimals

The video tutorial explains how to convert mixed numbers into decimals using an example of expressing three and a half as a decimal. It begins by defining mixed numbers as the sum of an integer and a fraction. The tutorial then demonstrates converting the fraction part to have a denominator of 10, making it easier to convert into a decimal. The example shows that three and a half is equivalent to 3.5 in decimal form, providing a clear step-by-step explanation of the conversion process.

What is the first step in converting a mixed number to a decimal?

• Add the integer and fraction directly.

• Convert the fraction to have a denominator of 10.

• Multiply the integer by the fraction.

• Subtract the fraction from the integer.

How is a mixed number defined?

• As a product of an integer and a fraction.

• As a sum of two integers.

• As a sum of an integer and a fraction.

• As a difference between two fractions.

What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

• 0.2

• 0.5

• 0.1

• 0.3

What is the decimal form of three and a half?

• 3.5

• 3.0

• 3.2

• 3.8

Why do we convert the fraction to have a denominator of 10?

• To make it a whole number.

• To simplify the fraction.

• To make it easier to add to the integer.

• To convert it into a decimal easily.