Benchmark Fractions

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What is a benchmark fraction?

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A benchmark fraction is a commonly used fraction that serves as a reference point for comparing other fractions, such as 0, 1/2, and 1.

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How can you determine if a fraction is closest to 0, 1/2, or 1?

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To determine if a fraction is closest to 0, 1/2, or 1, compare the fraction to these benchmark fractions by converting it to a decimal or visualizing it on a number line.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 5/6?

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The decimal equivalent of 5/6 is approximately 0.833.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 4/5?

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The decimal equivalent of 4/5 is 0.8.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/10?

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The decimal equivalent of 3/10 is 0.3.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 2/12?

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The decimal equivalent of 2/12 is approximately 0.167.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 2/4?

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The decimal equivalent of 2/4 is 0.5.

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How does the fraction 5/6 compare to the benchmark fractions?

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5/6 is closest to 1 because it is greater than 0.5 and less than 1.

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How does the fraction 4/5 compare to the benchmark fractions?

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4/5 is closest to 1 because it is greater than 0.5 and less than 1.

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How does the fraction 3/10 compare to the benchmark fractions?

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3/10 is closest to 1/2 because it is less than 0.5.