60.375 as a Fraction

Answer

The answer for 60.375 as a fraction will be 60 3/8.

Explanation

Converting a decimal to a fraction is a task that can be done easily. You can follow the steps mentioned below to find the answer.

Step 1: Firstly, any decimal number should be converted to a fraction for easy calculation. Here, 60.375 is the number on the numerator and the base number 1 will be the denominator. Then, 60.375 becomes 60.375/1.

Step 2: To remove the decimal from a fraction, you need to multiply both the numerator and denominator by 1000 (because there are only 3 decimal places). 60.375/1 × 1000/1000 = 60375/1000

Step 3: Here, 125 is the GCD of 375 and 1000. Now, to make the fractional part simpler, divide the numerator and denominator of the fractional part by 125. 375/1000 = 3/8

Step 4: Combine the whole number part and the simplified fractional part. 60 3/8

Thus, 60.375 can be written as a fraction 60 3/8.

• Fraction: A numerical quantity that represents a part of a whole, expressed as a ratio of integers.
   
• Decimal: A number system based on 10, which includes a decimal point to separate whole numbers from fractional parts.
   
• Numerator: The top part of a fraction, indicating the number of parts considered.
   
• Denominator: The bottom part of a fraction, indicating the total number of equal parts.
   
• Mixed Number: A number consisting of an integer and a proper fraction.