Converting Decimals to Fractions

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of representing numbers that are not whole, using a point (.) to separate the whole number part from the fractional part.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as two numbers separated by a slash, such as 1/2.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator (top number) by the denominator (bottom number).

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Convert 1/2 to a decimal.

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.5

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Convert 1/4 to a decimal.

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.25

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/10?

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.3

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Convert 0.75 to a simplified fraction.

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3/4

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What is the decimal equivalent of 5/100?

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.05

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Convert 2/5 to a decimal.

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.4

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What is the decimal equivalent of 7/20?

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.35