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The Arabs wished to express quantities that were not whole numbers. As to why they used fractions as opposed to decimals for this, that was owing to the fact that they had not invented decimals yet.
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How many jobs use fractions?
There are 137 jobs that use fractions.
Why did the Arabs invent books?
Arabs did not invent books. Books existed long before the Arabs began to use them.
Why do you use fractions in your teaching and learning of fraction?
It would be very difficult to teach and learn fractions if you did not use fractions!
How would you use fractions in nursing?
you can use fractions in nursing in when you weigh someone
How can you use models to multiply fractions?
No, you cannot use models to multiply fractions!!
Examples of fractions used in everyday life?
We use fractions in the grocery we use fractions in the grocery shops like half a dozen
How do teachers use fractions?
Teachers teach fractions to their students.
How you use the algorithm when multiplying fractions by fractions?
step by step
When do you use fractions?
We use fractions when measuring at times such as when you're cooking or baking, and seeing how tall you are. :)
When do people use fractions?
People use fractions when there is slightly more or less than a whole
When can you use common multiples and factors?
Use the LCM when you are adding and subtracting unlike fractions. Use the GCF when you are simplifying fractions.
What do Arabs use to cook their food?
heat
