Decimal equivalents of fractions

In this lesson, we will be learning how to convert a fraction to a decimal using different strategies.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Q1.Tick the two numbers that are equivalent to 3/4

Select two (2) boxes

1/4

Q2.Choose which of the following is the second biggest

2/4

Q3.Choose the number which is greater

3/4

Q4.Here is a shape made of squares. A fraction of the shape has been shaded. What is the equivalent decimal to the proportion shaded?

4/4

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Tick the two numbers that are equivalent to 3/4

Select two (2) boxes

1/4

Q2.Choose which of the following is the second biggest

2/4

Q3.Choose the number which is greater

3/4

Q4.Here is a shape made of squares. A fraction of the shape has been shaded. What is the equivalent decimal to the proportion shaded?

4/4

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Decimal equivalents of fractions - Quiz

Decimal equivalents of fractions

Q1.Insert <, > or = to make the mathematical sentence correct.

1/5

Q2.Insert <, > or = to make the mathematical sentence correct.

2/5

Q3.Estimate where 2/5 would be placed on this number line

3/5

Q4.Convert the following mixed number to a decimal

4/5

Q5.Convert the following improper number to a decimal

5/5

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Decimal equivalents of fractions - Quiz

Decimal equivalents of fractions

Q1.Insert <, > or = to make the mathematical sentence correct.

1/5

Q2.Insert <, > or = to make the mathematical sentence correct.

2/5

Q3.Estimate where 2/5 would be placed on this number line

3/5

Q4.Convert the following mixed number to a decimal

4/5

Q5.Convert the following improper number to a decimal

5/5

Lesson summary: Decimal equivalents of fractions

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