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Worked Example 1: Fraction to Decimal to Percentage

Part of FDP Conversions · GCSE GCSE Mathematics revision

This study notes covers Worked Example 1: Fraction to Decimal to Percentage within FDP Conversions for GCSE Mathematics. Revise FDP Conversions in Number for GCSE Mathematics with 12 exam-style questions and 22 flashcards. This topic appears less often, but it can still be a useful differentiator on mixed-topic papers. It is section 7 of 15 in this topic. Use this study notes to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

Topic position

Section 7 of 15

Practice

12 questions

Recall

22 flashcards

Worked Example 1: Fraction to Decimal to Percentage

Convert 5/8 to a decimal and percentage

Solution

Fraction to decimal: 5 ÷ 8

= 0.625

Decimal to percentage: 0.625 × 100

= 62.5%

5/8 = 0.625 = 62.5%

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Method: Percentage Conversions Worked Example 2: Decimal to Fraction Three Ways to Show the Same Thing The FDP Triangle

Practice Questions for FDP Conversions

Which decimal is equal to 3/4?

A. 0.34
B. 0.75
C. 0.43
D. 1.33

1 markfoundation

Explain why 1/3 cannot be written as an exact decimal, and write 1/3 using correct notation for recurring decimals.

2 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

FDP Triangle

F (top) D (left) ← → P (right) F→D: divide F→P: ×100 D→P: ×100

Halves family

1/2 = 0.5 = 50% Must know instantly!

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Method: Percentage Conversions

Worked Example 2: Decimal to Fraction