Converting Decimals to Fractions: Problem 2

Rule 28:

For this review, we will focus on terminating fractions. Divide the fraction by 1, and then multiply the result by 1 in a form that will remove the decimal.

Problem 2:

Convert 4.28 to a simple fraction and to a compound number.

Answer:

and .

Solution:

The decimal 4.28 can be multiplied and divided by 1 without changing its value.

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You have converted the decimal to a simply fraction, and now you must reduce it.

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For the compound number,

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