Converting Fractions to Decimals

The video tutorial explains two main methods to convert fractions to decimals: using equivalent fractions with denominators as powers of 10 and performing division. It provides detailed examples of converting 3/5 and 7/8 into decimals, illustrating both methods. The tutorial emphasizes understanding place value and division processes, ensuring learners can apply these techniques to other fractions.

What are the two main methods to convert a fraction to a decimal?

• Using subtraction and multiplication

• Using addition and subtraction

• Using a power of 10 and division

• Using a calculator and estimation

How can you convert 3/5 to a decimal using a power of 10?

• Multiply both numerator and denominator by 3

• Multiply both numerator and denominator by 2

• Multiply both numerator and denominator by 10

• Multiply both numerator and denominator by 5

What is the decimal equivalent of 3/5 when using a power of 10?

• 0.8

• 0.6

• 0.3

• 0.5

In the division method, what is the first step when dividing 3 by 5?

• Add a decimal point to the right of 3

• Subtract 5 from 3

• Multiply 3 by 5

• Add 5 to 3

What is the decimal result of dividing 3 by 5?

• 0.6

• 0.3

• 0.5

• 0.8

Why is it not easy to convert 7/8 using a power of 10?

• Because 7 is a prime number

• Because 8 is not a factor of 10

• Because 8 is larger than 7

• Because 7 is not a factor of 8

What is the first step in converting 7/8 to a decimal using division?

• Multiply 7 by 8

• Subtract 8 from 7

• Add a decimal point to the right of 7

• Add 8 to 7

What is the decimal equivalent of 7/8?

• 0.95

• 0.875

• 0.75

• 0.85

What happens when a decimal is less than 1?

• It has a 9 in the ones place

• It has a 1 in the ones place

• It has a 0 in the ones place

• It has a 5 in the ones place

What should you do if a decimal starts to repeat during division?

• Add more zeros and continue dividing

• Round the decimal to the nearest whole number

• Stop dividing immediately

• Continue dividing until it terminates