0.0625 as a Fraction Worksheet
Introduction
Converting decimals to fractions is an essential skill in mathematics. In this worksheet, we will focus on converting the decimal 0.0625 to a fraction.
Converting 0.0625 to a Fraction
To convert 0.0625 to a fraction, we can use the following steps:
Step 1: Write the decimal as a fraction with a denominator of 1
0.0625 = 0.0625/1
Step 2: Multiply the numerator and denominator by 10 to eliminate the decimal point
0.0625/1 = 6.25/100
Step 3: Simplify the fraction by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD)
The GCD of 6.25 and 100 is 25. Therefore, we can divide both the numerator and denominator by 25:
6.25 ÷ 25 = 0.25 100 ÷ 25 = 4
So, the simplified fraction is:
0.0625 = 1/16
Practice Exercises
Now it's your turn to practice! Convert the following decimals to fractions:
Exercise 1: 0.25
0.25 = /
Exercise 2: 0.5
0.5 = /
Exercise 3: 0.875
0.875 = /
Answers
Exercise 1: 0.25
0.25 = 1/4
Exercise 2: 0.5
0.5 = 1/2
Exercise 3: 0.875
0.875 = 7/8
Conclusion
In this worksheet, we learned how to convert the decimal 0.0625 to a fraction. We also practiced converting other decimals to fractions. Remember to simplify your fractions by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD). Happy practicing!
