Math Problem Statement
Convert the following repeating decimal to a fraction in simplest form: 0.01̅
Solution
Let's solve this repeating decimal problem together.
The repeating decimal is , which means .
Steps to convert a repeating decimal to a fraction:
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Let .
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Multiply both sides by 100 to shift the decimal two places to the right:
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Subtract the original equation from the new equation: This simplifies to:
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Solve for :
Thus, is equal to .
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Related Questions:
- How do you convert to a fraction?
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Tip:
For repeating decimals, multiplying by powers of 10 helps eliminate the repeating part!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Repeating Decimals
Fractions
Formulas
x = 0.01̅
100x - x = 1.01̅ - 0.01̅
Theorems
Repeating decimals can be expressed as fractions by solving linear equations
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-9