Fractions and Decimals
To convert a decimal into a fraction, form the numerator by multiplying the decimal by 10n, where n is the number of digits after the decimal point. The denominator is simply 10n. Then, reduce the fraction to its lowest terms.
Example
Convert 0.75 into a fraction.
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1Choose the manual mode for reducing fractions.
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2Convert 0.75 into a fraction.
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3Reduce the fraction.
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4Enter 3 to further reduce the fraction.
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5Enter 5 to reduce the fraction.
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The fraction can be reduced by a factor of 5.
The fraction cannot be re- duced by a factor of 3, even though the numerator can be. (15 = 3 x 5)
0.75 = 3/4
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