Fractions

Mathematics J.S.S 2 First Term

Theme: Numbers & Numeration

Sub Theme: Whole Number

WEEK 6

Fractions

Performance Objectives

Students should be able to;

1. Convert simple fractions to Ratio
2. Convert simple fractions to Decimal
3. Convert simple fractions to Percentages and vice versa

Expressing Fractions as Decimals

Content

There are two methods of doing this conversion. There is the general method which can be used at any time and on any type of vulgar fraction. There is also another method where the denominator of the fraction contains power/powers of ten.

In this second case, the given fraction can first be converted to an equivalent fraction.

Examples:

Convert the following common fractions to decimal fractions (decimal numbers).
²/₅, ³/_…