Four out of nine dogs weigh less than 20 pounds. What is the decimal equivalent for the number of dogs weighing under 20 pounds?


To find the decimal equivalent for the number of dogs weighing less than 20 pounds, divide the number of dogs under 20 pounds by the total number of dogs:

\[
\frac{4}{9} = 0.4444\ldots
\]

The decimal equivalent is approximately **0.44** (rounded to two decimal places).

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Here are five related questions to expand your understanding:
1. What is the percentage equivalent of 4 out of 9?
2. How do you convert a fraction into a percentage?
3. If 7 out of 10 cats weigh more than 10 pounds, what is the decimal equivalent?
4. What is the decimal representation of 1/3?
5. How would you round 0.4444 to the nearest hundredth?

**Tip**: When converting fractions to decimals, divide the numerator by the denominator.

Four out of nine dogs weigh less than 20 pounds. What is the decimal equivalent for the number of dogs weighing under 20 pounds?

Learn how to convert the fraction 4/9 into a decimal. This problem focuses on fractions and decimals, teaching how to divide the numerator by the denominator to get approximately 0.44. Suitable for students in Grades 5-7.

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