Converting Fractions

Objective

Students will learn to convert fractions to decimals and percentages.

Materials

Whiteboard and markers
Conversion worksheets (e.g., 3/4 to decimal)
Calculators (optional)

Instructions

Link fractions to decimals and percentages (e.g., 1/2 is half, or 0.5, or 50%).
Convert to decimals: Divide numerator by denominator (e.g., 3/4 = 3 ÷ 4 = 0.75).
Convert to percentages: From decimal (multiply by 100, 0.75 = 75%) or adjust denominator to 100 (e.g., 1/4 = 25/100 = 25%).
Practice on the whiteboard (e.g., 2/5, 7/10).
Discuss uses (e.g., 25% off a price).
Hand out worksheets.

Activities

Conversion Relay

Teams convert fractions at stations (e.g., 1/3 to 33.33%).

Real-World Conversion

Solve scenarios (e.g., 2/5 of a $10 item).

Students can explore conversions further with the Fraction to Decimal Converter tool.

Assessment

Monitor accuracy in activities.
Review worksheets for correct conversions.

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