Worked Example 2: Decimal to Fraction
This study notes covers Worked Example 2: Decimal to Fraction 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 8 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 8 of 15
Practice
12 questions
Recall
22 flashcards
Worked Example 2: Decimal to Fraction
Convert 0.35 to a fraction in simplest form
Solution
0.35 has 2 decimal places
= 35/100
Find HCF of 35 and 100 = 5
35÷5 = 7, 100÷5 = 20
Answer: 7/20
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Practice Questions for FDP Conversions
Which decimal is equal to 3/4?
Explain why 1/3 cannot be written as an exact decimal, and write 1/3 using correct notation for recurring decimals.
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