Benchmark Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages

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What is a benchmark fraction?

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A benchmark fraction is a commonly used fraction that helps to estimate or compare other fractions. Examples include 1/2, 1/4, and 3/4.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

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0.5

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How do you convert a fraction to a percentage?

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To convert a fraction to a percentage, divide the numerator by the denominator and then multiply by 100.

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What is 66.6% as a fraction?

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What is the decimal equivalent of 4/10?

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0.4

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How do you convert 0.1 to a percentage?

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Multiply 0.1 by 100 to get 10%.

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What is 0.4 as a fraction?

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What is the percentage equivalent of 0.75?

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75%.

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What is 1/4 as a decimal?

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0.25

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How do you convert a repeating decimal to a fraction?

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Let x equal the repeating decimal, multiply by a power of 10 to shift the decimal, then subtract to eliminate the repeating part.