Fractions & Decimals Exercises

As you can see from the number line, many fractions can have the same value. Different fractions with the same value are called equivalent fractions. Since and share a spot on the number line,...

Fractions in answers almost always should be reduced or simplified.If both the numerator and denominator have a common factor (i.e., they can both be divided by the same number), you can reduce the...

Adding and subtracting fractions can be time-consuming because it often involves a few extra steps. This is a really important and commonly-used skill, though. So let's get to it.Here is .Ther...

Sometimes you'll be asked to convert mixed numbers into improper fractions, and vice versa. Once you get the hang of it, you'll be doing it in your sleep.Let's start by looking at mixed numbers an...

Here we will go over two different methods to add or subtract mixed numbers. Find the way that is most natural for you – both will lead you to the right answer.Method #1: Change mixed numbers in...

Multiplication of fractions is pretty simple compared to addition and subtraction. And guess what, you don't have to find a common denominator. Just follow these four easy steps:Convert all mixed...

SAVE IT, CHANGE IT, FLIP IT. That is all you need to remember when dividing fractions. Easy as 1, 2, 3.  Seriously, it's almost as easy as multiplying; you just need to add one more step, mul...

Word problems are awesome because they help you visualize the math, and you can see examples that could come right out of your daily life.Scroll down to begin

The first thing to understand about decimals is place value. Each digit in a number holds a specific place.  Until now, we have mostly dealt with place values to the left of the decimal....

When you're learning to add and subtract decimals, graph paper comes in handy. Graph paper will help you keep decimals and place values in order. If you need some, you can print graph paper for fre...

Multiplying decimals is only slightly more complicated than adding and subtracting decimals. The good news is that you don't have to worry about lining up the decimals. In fact, you don't even ne...

Okay let's be honest, long division with decimals can be very tedious. Also, beyond pre-algebra you probably will rarely, if ever, need to do this without a calculator. Having said that, long divi...

In the real world, you will see decimals most often in situations involving money. Pretty much every price tag has a decimal. Let's take a look.