Math Problem Statement

Find the following quotient. If the quotient is a repeating​ decimal, write the answer with a bar over the repeating digit or digits. 1divided by0.3 Question content area bottom Part 1 Select the correct choice below​ and, if​ necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice. A. The quotient is a terminating decimal. 1divided by0.3equals    enter your response here ​(Type a whole number or a​ decimal.) B. The answer is a repeating decimal. 1divided by0.3equals3. 3 rep C. The answer is a repeating decimal. 1divided by0.3equals. 3 3 rep

Solution

Let's solve the quotient 10.3\frac{1}{0.3}.

First, convert the decimal 0.30.3 to a fraction. We know that 0.30.3 is equivalent to 310\frac{3}{10}.

Now, dividing 1 by 0.30.3 is the same as multiplying 1 by the reciprocal of 310\frac{3}{10}:

10.3=1×103=103.\frac{1}{0.3} = 1 \times \frac{10}{3} = \frac{10}{3}.

Now, perform the division 10÷310 \div 3. This results in:

103=3.3333\frac{10}{3} = 3.3333\ldots

This is a repeating decimal, where the digit "3" repeats.

Therefore, the correct answer is: 1÷0.3=3.3.1 \div 0.3 = 3.\overline{3}.

So, the correct choice is:

B. The answer is a repeating decimal. 1÷0.3=3.31 \div 0.3 = 3.\overline{3}

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Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you convert a decimal to a fraction?
  2. What is the meaning of a repeating decimal?
  3. How do you find the reciprocal of a fraction?
  4. What is a terminating decimal, and how is it different from a repeating decimal?
  5. How do you multiply fractions?

Tip: When dividing by a decimal, converting it to a fraction can simplify the calculation.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Division of Decimals
Repeating Decimals
Fraction Conversion

Formulas

Reciprocal of a Fraction: 1 / (a/b) = b/a
Division of Decimals by Fractions
Repeating Decimal Notation

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8