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given the number, two-fifths,generate its equivalents forms as a fraction, a decimal, and a percent. in addition, give a real world example in which each form might be used

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Decimal:
0.4 (could be used when using a ruler to count millimeters).
Fraction:
(2)/(5) (could be used when calculating an equation with ordinary fractions).
Percentage:
40\% (could be used in chemistry to calculate upon admixtures).
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Two-fifths or
(2)/(5) is equivalent to the following.

(2)/(5)
0.4
40%

2 pizzas being shared among 5 friends is a real-world example in which each form might be used.

I hope this helps!
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