Converting Fractions to Decimals

This video tutorial explains how to convert fractions to decimals by dividing the numerator by the denominator. It includes examples such as 1/2, 2/5, 3/16, and 1/3, demonstrating both manual calculations and the use of a calculator. The video also covers rounding decimals to the thousandths place and handling repeating decimals.

What is the first step in converting a fraction to a decimal?

• Add the numerator and the denominator

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

• 0.25

• 0.5

• 1.0

• 0.75

When using a calculator, what is the decimal form of 2/5?

• 0.8

• 0.6

• 0.4

• 0.2

What is the decimal form of 2/5 when calculated manually?

• 0.2

• 0.3

• 0.5

• 0.4

What is the decimal form of 3/16 rounded to the thousandths place?

• 0.190

• 0.187

• 0.188

• 0.189

What is the rule for rounding when the digit is 5 or more?

• Let it rest

• Let it soar

• Round down

• Round up

What is the decimal form of 3/16 before rounding?

• 0.1895

• 0.1875

• 0.1885

• 0.1905

How is a repeating decimal like 0.333... typically represented?

• With a bar over the repeating digit

• With a slash through the repeating digit

• With parentheses around the repeating digit

• With a dot over the repeating digit

What is the decimal representation of 1/3?

• 0.333...

• 0.3

• 0.33

• 0.333

Which of the following fractions converts to a repeating decimal?

• 1/5

• 1/4

• 1/2

• 1/3