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Can we write ratio in decimal?
Although ratios are often given as fractions, they can also be expressed as decimals. You need to deal with a mixture of fractions and decimals, and to compare ratios given in either form, so you need to be able to convert between the two forms.
What is 1 2 percent as a decimal?
50%
Example Values
| Percent | Decimal | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 50% | 0.5 | 1/2 |
| 75% | 0.75 | 3/4 |
| 80% | 0.8 | 4/5 |
| 90% | 0.9 | 9/10 |
Can a ratio be simplified?
Ratios can be fully simplified just like fractions. To simplify a ratio, divide all of the numbers in the ratio by the same number until they cannot be divided any more.
How do you change a decimal into a fraction?
Here’s how to change any decimal into a fraction: Create a “fraction” with the decimal in the numerator and 1.0 in the denominator. Move the decimal point in the numerator enough places to the right to turn the numerator into a whole number, and move the decimal point in the denominator the same number of places.
How do you convert percentage to decimals?
To convert a decimal to a percent, multiply the decimal by 100, then add on the % symbol. An easy way to multiply a decimal by 100 is to move the decimal point two places to the right.
What is 1/6 as a decimal?
To write 1.6 as a decimal you have to divide numerator by the denominator of the fraction. 1.6 is not a fraction so it is a decimal already.
How to convert repeating decimals to fractions?
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