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Decimals to fractionsWhen converting decimals to fractions, it may be useful to understand the technique used to convert numbers to scientific notation. Review then scientific notation before starting this lesson. By all means, do not start this lesson before reviewing scientific notation because that is the technique I am going to use. Let's start with an example: Convert 0.06 to a fraction 0.06 = 6 × 10-2 Now, what is 10-2 equal to ? Pay close attention to the following demonstration: ![]() Why 100 = 1 ? Stay tune! I will put it in a different lesson. Just accept this fact for now. Since 0.06 = 6 × 10-2 , we get the following: ![]() Other examples: 1) 0.014 Follow all the steps above. In the end, you should get ![]() 2) 0.10252 ![]() Still struggling with fractions? Get rid of your fears and frustrations once and for all! Buy my ebook. It offers a thorough coverage of fractions! Need a Quick Answer to your Basic Mathematics Problems? Get an answer in 10 minutes or less from a math expert! Justanswer features top-notch math experts handpicked by personnel after they have taken and passed a rigourous math test and after their credentials have been verified by a third party
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