ACT SAT Prep adding a decimal to a fraction

The video tutorial explains how to add a fraction and a decimal by converting the fraction to a decimal using long division. The instructor demonstrates the process without a calculator, emphasizing the importance of understanding the method for tests where calculators are not allowed. The tutorial includes checking calculations and aligning decimal points when adding decimals, concluding with the final answer.

What is the first step when adding a fraction and a decimal?

• Add them directly.

• Convert the fraction to a decimal.

• Convert the decimal to a fraction.

• Multiply them together.

What method is used to convert a fraction to a decimal?

• Addition

• Long division

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

When performing long division, what do you do if the divisor does not divide into the current number?

• Add a zero to the dividend.

• Bring down a zero from the bank.

• Subtract the divisor from the dividend.

• Multiply the divisor by 2.

How do you determine how many times a number goes into another during long division?

• By guessing

• By writing down multiples

• By using a calculator

• By subtracting repeatedly

What should you do if you make a mistake during long division?

• Ignore it and continue

• Start over from the beginning

• Use a calculator to verify

• Correct it and recheck your work

What is important to remember when adding decimals?

• Ignore the decimal points

• Add zeros to the left

• Align the decimal points

• Align the numbers to the left

What is the final result of adding 3/16 and 0.175?

• 0.325

• 0.375

• 0.275

• 0.3625