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Convert Fractions & Terminating Decimals

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Converting Between Fractions and Terminating Decimals

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Fraction into a decimal

  • To convert a fraction into a decimal divide the numerator by the denominator.
  • You may need to use long division and use a recurring symbol if needed.
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Terminating decimal to fraction

  • To convert a terminating (not recurring) decimal into a fraction:
    • Put the number after the decimal point on top and a power of ten on the bottom with as many zeros as there were decimal places.
  • Remember to cancel down fractions if possible.

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1Number

1.1Using Numbers

1.2Fractions, Decimals & Percentages

1.3Powers & Roots

1.4Accuracy

2Algebra

2.1Introduction to Algebra

2.2Manipulating Algebra

2.3Proofs & Functions

2.4Straight Line Graphs

2.5Common Graphs

2.6Transformations & Tangents

2.7Properties of Graphs

2.8Solving Equations

2.9Inequalities

2.10Sequences

3Ratio

4Geometry

4.1Introduction to Geometry

4.2Triangles & Quadrilaterals

4.3Transformations

4.4Circle Basics

4.5Circle Theorems

4.6Measurements & Units

4.7Calculating Area

4.8Triangle Formulae

4.93D Shapes

4.10Vectors

5Probability

6Statistics

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