Convert Decimal 0.75 to Simplified Fraction Form

Decimal to Fraction with Simplification

Write the following decimal as a fraction and simplify:

0.75 0.75

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00:05 First, let's change it to a simple fraction and reduce as much as possible.
00:10 Take the digits after the decimal point and write them as a whole number.
00:15 Now, count these digits to find out what the denominator should be.
00:20 Since there are two digits after the decimal point, our denominator is one hundred.
00:25 Next, divide the fraction by its greatest common factor.
00:30 Remember to divide both the numerator and the denominator by this number.
00:35 Now, calculate the quotients to simplify the fraction.
00:39 And that's how we find the solution to the problem!

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Understand the problem

Write the following decimal as a fraction and simplify:

0.75 0.75

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Step-by-step solution

Since there are two digits after the decimal point, we divide 75 by 100:

75100 \frac{75}{100}

Now let's find the highest number that divides both the numerator and denominator.

In this case, the number is 25, so:

75:25100:25=34 \frac{75:25}{100:25}=\frac{3}{4}

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Final Answer

34 \frac{3}{4}

Key Points to Remember

Essential concepts to master this topic
  • Place Value Rule: Decimal places determine the denominator power of ten
  • Technique: Two decimal places means divide by 100: 75100 \frac{75}{100}
  • Check: Verify by dividing: 34=0.75 \frac{3}{4} = 0.75

Common Mistakes

Avoid these frequent errors
  • Forgetting to simplify the fraction
    Don't leave 75100 \frac{75}{100} as your final answer = unsimplified fraction! This isn't wrong but incomplete, like leaving 6/8 instead of 3/4. Always find the GCD and divide both numerator and denominator by it.

Practice Quiz

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Without calculating, determine whether the quotient in the division exercise is less than 1 or not:

\( 5:6= \)

FAQ

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How do I know what number to put in the denominator?

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Count the decimal places! One decimal place = 10, two decimal places = 100, three decimal places = 1000. Since 0.75 has two decimal places, use 100 as your denominator.

What's the easiest way to find the GCD of 75 and 100?

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List the factors! 75: 1, 3, 5, 15, 25, 75 and 100: 1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50, 100. The largest common factor is 25.

Can I convert 0.75 to a fraction differently?

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Yes! You could recognize that 0.75 = 75 cents = 3 quarters = 34 \frac{3}{4} of a dollar. But the standard method using place value works for any decimal.

How do I check if my simplified fraction is correct?

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Divide the numerator by denominator: 3 ÷ 4 = 0.75. If you get back your original decimal, you're right!

What if the decimal has more than 2 places?

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  • 0.375 has 3 places → 3751000 \frac{375}{1000}
  • 0.1234 has 4 places → 123410000 \frac{1234}{10000}
  • Then simplify by finding the GCD!

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