Fractions as Tenths and Hundredths

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, with a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does it mean for a fraction to be in tenths?

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A fraction is in tenths when its denominator is 10, indicating that the whole is divided into 10 equal parts.

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What does it mean for a fraction to be in hundredths?

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A fraction is in hundredths when its denominator is 100, indicating that the whole is divided into 100 equal parts.

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How do you convert a fraction with a denominator of 10 to a fraction with a denominator of 100?

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To convert a fraction with a denominator of 10 to a denominator of 100, multiply the numerator and denominator by 10.

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How do you convert a fraction with a denominator of 100 to a fraction with a denominator of 10?

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To convert a fraction with a denominator of 100 to a denominator of 10, divide the numerator by 10 and keep the denominator as 10.

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What is the sum of 3/100 and 8/10?

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To find the sum, convert 8/10 to 80/100, then add: 3/100 + 80/100 = 83/100.

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What is the process of adding fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing them to be added or subtracted.

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How do you find the least common denominator (LCD) of two fractions?

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The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest multiple that both denominators can divide into without a remainder.

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What is the importance of simplifying fractions?

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Simplifying fractions makes them easier to understand and work with, and it helps in finding equivalent fractions.