Converting 0.12 into a Fraction
In this article, we will learn how to convert the decimal number 0.12 into a fraction.
What is a Fraction?
A fraction is a way to express a part of a whole as a ratio of two numbers. It consists of a numerator (the top number) and a denominator (the bottom number). For example, the fraction 1/2 represents one half or 50% of a whole.
Converting 0.12 into a Fraction
To convert the decimal number 0.12 into a fraction, we need to find the equivalent ratio of two numbers. We can do this by dividing the decimal number by the power of 10 that corresponds to the number of decimal places.
In this case, since 0.12 has two decimal places, we need to divide it by 100.
0.12 ÷ 100 = 12/100
Simplifying the Fraction
We can simplify the fraction 12/100 by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD). The GCD of 12 and 100 is 4.
12 ÷ 4 = 3 100 ÷ 4 = 25
So, the simplified fraction is:
3/25
Conclusion
In conclusion, the decimal number 0.12 is equal to the fraction 3/25. This fraction represents three twenty-fifths or 12% of a whole.
