Chapter 3
Working with Fractions and Decimals
Fractions and decimals are closely related. A fraction can be expressed as either a repeating or terminating decimal. A decimal is a special type of fraction — it always has a denominator that's some power of ten. Decimal numbers are often written with a lead zero. You'll see 0.031 instead of .031. The lead zero helps keep the decimal point from getting overlooked.
The Problems You'll Work On
In this chapter, you'll work with fractions and decimals in the following ways:
What to Watch Out For
Don't let common mistakes trip you up; remember the following when working with fractions and decimals:
Adding and Subtracting Fractions
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