Decimals and Fractions
Grade 8th Grade · Math · 30 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can changing decimals to fractions and vice versa
Warm-Up Video
mathantics · 6:43
Math Antics - Convert any Fraction to a Decimal
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
To convert any fraction to a decimal, you divide the top number (numerator) by the bottom number (denominator).
- 2
When dividing fractions, adding a decimal point and zeros allows you to continue dividing until there is no remainder, or until a repeating pattern is found.
- 3
Using a calculator can make converting fractions to decimals quicker, but it's important to understand how to do decimal division by hand.
Practice Questions
3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Convert the fraction ⁵⁄₈ into a decimal by dividing. Show your work.”
Complete Lesson Package
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