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Write decimals and fractions shown on grids

Problem

The square below represents one whole.
Express the shaded area as both a fraction and a decimal.
A square divided into ten equal-sized columns. The left six columns are shaded blue.
Fraction:
  • Your answer should be
  • a proper fraction, like 1/2 or 6/10
Decimal:
  • Your answer should be
  • an exact decimal, like 0.75
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