Multiplying/Dividing Decimals and Fractions

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form. It uses a decimal point to separate the whole number part from the fractional part.

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CCSS.4.NF.C.6

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (a/b) * (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is the process for dividing fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction. For example, (a/b) ÷ (c/d) = (a/b) * (d/c).

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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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 by the denominator. For example, 1/4 = 0.25.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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What is the value of 0.5 as a fraction?

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0.5 as a fraction is 1/2.

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How do you divide decimals?

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To divide decimals, move the decimal point in the divisor to the right until it is a whole number, and move the decimal point in the dividend the same number of places.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.6

CCSS.6.NS.B.2

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What is the result of 0.48 ÷ 0.4?

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The result of 0.48 ÷ 0.4 is 1.2.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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What is the result of 4.34 ÷ 0.2?

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The result of 4.34 ÷ 0.2 is 21.7.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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How do you multiply a decimal by a fraction?

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To multiply a decimal by a fraction, convert the decimal to a fraction (if necessary) and then multiply as you would with two fractions.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

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What is 1/3 of 1/4?

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1/3 of 1/4 is 1/12.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6