Math Problem Statement

Which decimal is the equivalent of 6/11?

Solution

To determine which decimal is equivalent to 611\frac{6}{11}, let's divide 66 by 1111:

  1. Perform long division of 6÷116 \div 11:
    • 1111 goes into 6060 five times (11×5=5511 \times 5 = 55).
    • Subtract 5555 from 6060, leaving a remainder of 55.
    • Bring down 00, making it 5050. 1111 goes into 5050 four times (11×4=4411 \times 4 = 44).
    • Subtract 4444 from 5050, leaving a remainder of 66.
    • This repeats the cycle.

So, 611=0.54\frac{6}{11} = 0.\overline{54}.

Correct Answer: D. 0.540.\overline{54}

Would you like a detailed explanation or further assistance?

Here are 5 follow-up questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. How can we express repeating decimals as fractions?
  2. Why does 6÷116 \div 11 result in a repeating decimal?
  3. How do you convert repeating decimals back to fractions?
  4. Are there any patterns in which fractions produce repeating decimals?
  5. How would 711\frac{7}{11} differ from 611\frac{6}{11} as a decimal?

Tip: Repeating decimals can always be represented as a fraction where the denominator is a product of factors other than 22 and 55.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Long Division
Repeating Decimals

Formulas

Fraction to decimal conversion (division of numerator by denominator)

Theorems

Division algorithm

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8