Math Problem Statement
100 multiply 0.106 with dots above 0 and 6(recurring decimal)
Solution
The given number is , which means the decimal repeats indefinitely.
Step 1: Convert into a Fraction
Let .
Multiplying both sides by 100 (since the repeating part has two digits):
Now subtract the original equation from this new equation:
Simplify the fraction:
Step 2: Multiply by 100
Step 3: Convert to Decimal
So,
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Tip: When converting repeating decimals, multiply by a power of 10 that matches the repeating length.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Recurring Decimals
Fractions
Multiplication
Formulas
x = 0.\overline{06}
100x = 6.\overline{06}
99x = 6
x = \frac{6}{99} = \frac{2}{33}
100 \times \frac{2}{33} = \frac{200}{33} \approx 6.06
Theorems
Conversion of Recurring Decimals to Fractions
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9