Ordering Fractions and Decimals

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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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What is a decimal?

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

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How do you compare fractions?

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To compare fractions, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What does it mean to order numbers?

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Ordering numbers means arranging them from least to greatest or greatest to least.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator (e.g., 1/2 = 0.5).

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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How do you order decimals from least to greatest?

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Compare the digits from left to right, starting with the highest place value.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The greatest common factor is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

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How do you identify the greatest decimal?

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Compare the decimal values; the one with the highest value is the greatest.

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What is the process for ordering fractions?

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Convert all fractions to have a common denominator or convert them to decimals, then compare.