Math Problem Statement
Convert the decimal .125 to fraction form.
Solution
To convert the decimal to a fraction:
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Recognize that is the same as because 0.125 is in the thousandths place.
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Simplify the fraction by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD), which is 125:
So, in fraction form is .
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Tip: When converting a decimal to a fraction, always place the decimal over a power of 10 (depending on the number of decimal places) and simplify.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Decimals
Fractions
Simplification
Formulas
Decimal to fraction conversion: place decimal over a power of 10, simplify using GCD
Theorems
Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) theorem for simplification
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8