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Decimal to fraction conversion By
Subject > Decimals > Converting
to fractions
All decimal numbers can be expressed as a fraction. Decimal to fraction conversion is a two-step operation. First, convert the decimal to fraction using tenths, hundredths, thousandths, etc. depending on the number of decimal places. e.g. 1.75 = 1 75/100. Next, reduce the fraction part to the lowest common term. e.g. 75/100 = 3/4 Converting a decimal to a fractionFractions and decimals are very similar. In fact, decimal numbers are more correctly known as decimal fractions. Help your child to understand that fractions and decimals have a similar meaning – less than the whole. The worksheets below will help with changing between fractions and decimals.
Working with the chart and worksheetsPracticing decimal to fraction conversion with the worksheets and the Equivalents Chart is a good way for your child to reinforce their understanding of the concept. Print these resources using the Print button on each document or by using your web browsers print function. |
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