Converting Fractions to Decimals

In this video, Mr. J explains how to convert the fraction 1/5 into a decimal. The process involves dividing the numerator by the denominator, setting up the division, and performing the calculation to arrive at the decimal result. The video provides a step-by-step guide to ensure understanding and accuracy in converting fractions to decimals.

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

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator

• Add the numerator and the denominator

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator

When converting 1/5 to a decimal, what do you do after setting up the division?

• Add a zero to the numerator

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator

• Multiply the numerator by 10

• Bring the decimal point up

How do you handle the division when there are no whole groups of the denominator in the numerator?

• Add the numerator and denominator

• Subtract the numerator from the denominator

• Multiply the numerator by 2

• Add a decimal and a zero to the numerator

What is the result of dividing 10 by 5 in the conversion process?

• 5

• 2

• 10

• 1

What is the final decimal result of converting 1/5?

• 1.0

• 0.1

• 0.2

• 0.5

What should you do if there is nothing left to bring down in the division process?

• Subtract the denominator again

• Multiply the result by 10

• Stop the division

• Add another zero

What is the purpose of converting fractions to decimals?

• To change the fraction's value

• To make calculations easier

• To simplify the fraction

• To increase the fraction's value