Decimal Match

Worksheet Description

This worksheet focuses on rounding repeating decimals to the nearest fraction. Students are presented with a series of decimal numbers, some of which repeat, and are tasked with converting these decimals into their closest fractional equivalents. The exercise helps students bridge the gap between decimals and fractions, enhancing their understanding of how these two numerical forms relate to each other. By completing this worksheet, students practice the essential skill of identifying equivalent fractions for repeating decimals, which is useful in both mathematical calculations and real-life situations.

This worksheet teaches students how to round repeating decimals to their nearest fractional counterparts. It requires students to analyze decimal values, recognize repeating patterns, and then determine the fraction that best represents the value. The activity reinforces the concept that decimals and fractions are different ways of expressing the same quantity and helps students develop fluency in converting between the two. Through this practice, students gain a deeper understanding of the relationship between decimals and fractions and become more confident in working with both types of numbers in various contexts.