Converting Decimals to Fractions Effectively

In this video, the teacher explains how to convert decimals into fractions. The tutorial covers several examples, including converting 0.3, 0.03, 1.25, 3.6, and 0.005 into their fractional forms. Each example is broken down into simple steps, emphasizing the importance of simplifying fractions. The video concludes with a practice problem for viewers to solve, encouraging engagement and application of the learned concepts.

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

• Add zeros to the numerator

• Count the decimal places

• Get the number as the numerator

• Put a one in the numerator

How many zeros should be added to the denominator when converting 0.3 to a fraction?

• One

• Two

• Three

• None

What is the fraction form of 0.03?

• 30/100

• 3/10

• 3/100

• 3/1000

What is the first step in converting 1.25 to a fraction?

• Divide by the greatest common factor

• Count the decimal places

• Add zeros to the numerator

• Put the whole number as a whole number

What is the simplified form of 25/100?

• 1/5

• 1/4

• 1/2

• 1/10

What is the mixed number form of 1.25?

• 1 and 1/10

• 1 and 1/5

• 1 and 1/4

• 1 and 1/2

What is the fraction form of 3.6 before simplification?

• 6/10

• 3/10

• 3/6

• 36/10

What is the greatest common factor of 6 and 10?

• 5

• 1

• 2

• 3

What is the simplified form of 6/10?

• 3/5

• 1/2

• 2/5

• 3/10

How many zeros should be added to the denominator when converting 0.005 to a fraction?

• Two

• Four

• One

• Three