Mathematics·Fractions·conceptual
Decimal equivalents of tenths and hundredths
Recognise and write decimal equivalents of any number of tenths or hundredths (e.g. 3/10 = 0.3, 27/100 = 0.27)
Suggested ages 8–9
Learning journey
Your child is developing a deeper understanding of fractions and decimals — learning to add and subtract fractions, convert between fractions and decimals, and use them to solve practical problems involving measurements and money.
Evidence of understanding
- Write 7/10 as 0.7 and vice versa
- Convert 45/100 to 0.45
- Place 0.3 and 3/10 at the same point on a number line
Assessment prompt
If Decimal equivalents of tenths and hundredths sees 7/10 on a price label, can they rewrite it as a decimal — and do the same thing for 43/100?
Standards alignment
No external standards are linked to this topic.