4.3 Compare and Order Fractions, Decimals and Percents

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of expressing a number that is not whole, using a point to separate the whole number part from the fractional part (e.g., 0.75).

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CCSS.4.NF.C.6

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What is a percent?

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A percent is a way of expressing a number as a fraction of 100, denoted by the symbol '%'. For example, 50% means 50 out of 100.

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How do you convert a fraction to a percent?

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To convert a fraction to a percent, divide the numerator by the denominator and multiply by 100. For example, 1/4 = (1 ÷ 4) × 100 = 25%.

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How do you convert a decimal to a percent?

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To convert a decimal to a percent, multiply the decimal by 100. For example, 0.75 × 100 = 75%.

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How do you convert a percent to a decimal?

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To convert a percent to a decimal, divide the percent by 100. For example, 75% = 75 ÷ 100 = 0.75.

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What does it mean to compare fractions?

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Comparing fractions involves determining which fraction is larger, smaller, or if they are equal by finding a common denominator or converting them to decimals.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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How do you order fractions from least to greatest?

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To order fractions from least to greatest, convert them to a common denominator or to decimals, then compare their values.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is the relationship between fractions, decimals, and percents?

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Fractions, decimals, and percents are different ways to represent the same value. They can be converted from one form to another.

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What is 3/5 as a percent?

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3/5 as a percent is 60%. (3 ÷ 5) × 100 = 60%.