Understanding Division and Decimals

In this video, Mr. J explains how to convert the fraction 1/2 into a decimal. The process involves dividing the numerator by the denominator, setting up the division as 1 divided by 2. Since 2 cannot go into 1, a decimal and a zero are added, allowing the division to proceed as 10 divided by 2, resulting in 5. The final result is 0.5, demonstrating the conversion of 1/2 to a decimal.

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

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

• Add the numerator and the denominator

When setting up the division for 1/2, what do you do if the numerator is smaller than the denominator?

• Subtract the numerator from the denominator

• Add a decimal and a zero to the numerator

• Add a zero to the numerator

• Multiply the numerator by 10

What is the result of dividing 10 by 2 in the process of converting 1/2 to a decimal?

• 2

• 0.5

• 0.2

• 5

After multiplying 5 by 2, what is the next step in the division process?

• Subtract 10 from 10

• Add 5 to the result

• Multiply by another 2

• Divide by 5

What is the final decimal equivalent of 1/2?

• 0.2

• 0.25

• 0.5

• 1.5

What does a clean cut zero at the bottom of the division indicate?

• The division is incorrect

• The division is complete

• The division needs to be repeated

• The division is halfway done

Why is it important to line up the decimal point in the quotient?

• To match the denominator

• To ensure the answer is correct

• To make the division look neat

• To avoid confusion with the numerator

What is the purpose of adding a zero after the decimal in the numerator?

• To match the denominator

• To make the division easier

• To increase the numerator

• To allow division to proceed