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Fractions, decimals and percentages
Fractions, decimals and percentages require students to convert between equivalent forms, compare quantities, and choose the most efficient representation for ratio, proportion and percentage-change problems.
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Decimal and fraction equivalence2 objectives
- [Foundation and Higher] Work interchangeably with terminating decimals and their corresponding fractions.
- [Higher only] Convert recurring decimals to their corresponding fractions and convert fractions to recurring decimals.
Fractions in ratio problems1 objectives
- [Foundation and Higher] Identify and work with fractions in ratio problems.
Fractions and percentages as operators1 objectives
- [Foundation and Higher] Interpret fractions and percentages as operators, including percentage multipliers.
Key terms
fractionsterminating decimalsrecurring decimals
Exam tips
- Decimal and fraction equivalence exam tip 1: Write the method before the answer so the examiner can follow each step. Apply this to [Foundation and Higher] Work interchangeably with terminating decimals and their corresponding fractions..
- Decimal and fraction equivalence exam tip 2: State the exact concept or formula you are using before substituting values. Apply this to [Foundation and Higher] Work interchangeably with terminating decimals and their corresponding fractions..
Common mistakes
- Decimal and fraction equivalence common mistake 1: Show the method first, then give the final answer in the required form. Apply this directly to Decimal and fraction equivalence.
- Decimal and fraction equivalence common mistake 2: Name the relevant value or feature from the question and explain how it is used. Apply this directly to Decimal and fraction equivalence.
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