Converting Fractions and Decimals

This video tutorial covers the concept of rational numbers, including their relationship with whole numbers and integers. It explains how to convert between fractions and decimals, using both manual methods and calculators. The tutorial also addresses mixed numbers and provides practice problems to reinforce learning.

What is the main difference between whole numbers and integers?

• Integers exclude zero.

• Whole numbers include decimals.

• Integers include negative numbers.

• Whole numbers include fractions.

Which of the following is a characteristic of a rational number?

• It cannot be expressed as a fraction.

• It is always a whole number.

• It is always a negative number.

• It can be expressed as a ratio of two integers.

How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator.

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator.

• Add the numerator and the denominator.

• Divide the numerator by the denominator.

What is the decimal representation of 1/4?

• 0.75

• 0.5

• 0.25

• 0.125

Which of the following is a repeating decimal?

• 0.25

• 0.333...

• 0.75

• 0.5

What is the decimal equivalent of 5/8?

• 0.5

• 0.625

• 0.75

• 0.875

How do you express 0.75 as a fraction?

• 1/4

• 3/4

• 2/3

• 1/2

What is the first step in converting a mixed number to a decimal?

• Convert the whole number to a fraction.

• Convert the fractional part to a decimal.

• Add the whole number and the fractional part.

• Multiply the whole number by the fractional part.

Which of the following describes a terminating decimal?

• A decimal that repeats indefinitely.

• A decimal that ends after a finite number of digits.

• A decimal that is always greater than 1.

• A decimal that cannot be expressed as a fraction.

What is the decimal form of the mixed number 6 3/4?

• 6.25

• 6.5

• 6.75

• 7.25