Fractions And Decimals

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Summary

Fractions and decimals are two ways to represent parts of a whole and precise quantities between whole numbers. Fractions use a numerator and denominator to show how many parts of a partitioned whole are taken, while decimals use place value to the right of the decimal point (tenths, hundredths, thousandths, etc.). Understanding how to compare, convert between, and operate with fractions and decimals is foundational for arithmetic, percentages, ratios, measurement, and algebra.