Math Problem Statement
0.41666666666 as a fracton
Solution
To convert the decimal 0.41666666666 into a fraction:
- Recognize the repeating decimal: (where repeats).
- Let .
- Multiply both sides by 10 to shift the decimal point:
- Subtract from :
- Solve for :
Thus, .
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Here are 5 related questions for practice:
- Convert into a fraction.
- Express as a fraction.
- How do you convert a terminating decimal into a fraction?
- What is the fraction representation of ?
- Simplify .
Tip: Repeating decimals can always be written as fractions by using algebraic manipulation!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Decimals
Fractions
Repeating Decimals
Formulas
Convert repeating decimals to fractions: Let x = repeating decimal, multiply by powers of 10, subtract to eliminate repeating part
Theorems
Algebraic manipulation of repeating decimals
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8