Math Problem Statement
Solution
The problem asks to select all fractions that are equivalent to terminating decimals. For a fraction to represent a terminating decimal, its denominator must have only the prime factors 2 and/or 5 (since terminating decimals occur when the fraction can be written as a fraction of powers of 2 or 5 in the denominator).
Let's evaluate each of the fractions given:
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- The prime factorization of 20 is . Since the denominator only contains the prime factors 2 and 5, this fraction represents a terminating decimal.
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- The prime factorization of 35 is . Since 7 is not a prime factor of 2 or 5, this fraction does not represent a terminating decimal.
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- The prime factorization of 35 is the same as in the previous case, . This means this fraction also does not represent a terminating decimal.
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- The prime factorization of 16 is . Since it only contains the prime factor 2, this fraction represents a terminating decimal.
Conclusion:
The fractions that represent terminating decimals are:
Would you like more details or have any other questions?
Here are five related questions to deepen your understanding:
- Why do only the factors 2 and 5 in the denominator result in a terminating decimal?
- How can you convert a fraction into its decimal form to check if it's terminating?
- Can you give examples of fractions that result in repeating decimals and explain why?
- How do you simplify fractions to check their prime factors?
- What happens if a fraction has both terminating and repeating parts in its decimal expansion?
Tip: To check if a fraction has a terminating decimal, focus on the prime factorization of the denominator—if it only contains 2s and 5s, the decimal will terminate.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Fractions
Decimal Representation
Prime Factorization
Formulas
Terminating Decimal Rule: A fraction represents a terminating decimal if the denominator only has the prime factors 2 and/or 5.
Theorems
Terminating Decimal Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8