Fractions to Decimals

What is the first step in converting a fraction to a decimal?

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator

• Multiply the numerator by 10

• Add zeros to the numerator

What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

• 0.2

• 0.5

• 0.25

• 0.75

What do you do if the denominator does not divide evenly into the numerator?

• Add a decimal and zeros to the numerator

• Round up the result

• Stop the division

• Multiply the denominator by 10

What is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

• 0.75

• 0.65

• 0.55

• 0.85

Why is it important to understand the manual conversion of fractions to decimals?

• All of the above

• To use calculators more effectively

• To understand the mathematical principles behind operations

• To improve mental math skills