Comparing and Converting Fractions

Mrs. Cox's math lesson focuses on converting fractions to decimals by making denominators equivalent to 10 or 100. The video provides step-by-step instructions for converting fractions like 1/2, 11/20, and others into decimals. It includes practical examples, such as calculating the decimal representation of shaded portions of a model and comparing fractions. The lesson concludes with test practice questions to reinforce the concepts learned.

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

• Multiply the numerator by 10

• Make the denominator 10 or 100

• Add 1 to the numerator

• Subtract 1 from the denominator

How can 1/2 be expressed as a decimal?

• 0.2

• 0.5

• 0.1

• 0.25

How do you convert 3/5 to a decimal?

• 0.8

• 0.7

• 0.5

• 0.6

How do you convert 6/10 to a decimal?

• 0.5

• 0.6

• 0.7

• 0.8

How do you convert 6/10 to a decimal?

• 0.8

• 0.7

• 0.6

• 0.5

What is the decimal equivalent of 11/20?

• 0.55

• 0.45

• 0.65

• 0.75

What is the decimal equivalent of 9/20?

• 0.45

• 0.55

• 0.65

• 0.35

What is the decimal equivalent of 13/20?

• 0.55

• 0.65

• 0.85

• 0.75

How do you convert 11/20 to a decimal?

• 0.75

• 0.65

• 0.55

• 0.45

What is the decimal equivalent of 13/20?

• 0.85

• 0.55

• 0.65

• 0.75