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Topic: Fractions (Foundation - Unit 2)

Specification References: N2.6 N2.6 Interpret fractions, decimals and percentages as operators.

Candidates should be able to:

• know that fractions, decimals and percentages can be interchanged
• interpret a fraction as a multiplier when solving problems
• use fractions to compare proportions
• convert between fractions, decimals and percentages to find the most appropriate method of calculation in any given question

Notes

This is part of the core number work required across all units.
The core number work will be assessed so that it is linked to other specification references within this unit.

Examples

1. Write 35% as
   1. a decimal
   2. a fraction in its simplest form

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