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1.88888888889 as a Fraction

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Numbers can be categorized into different types. Fraction is one of its kind. It is always represented in the form of p/q, where p is the numerator and q is the denominator. Fraction represents a whole and a fractional part. Decimals represent the fractional part of numbers. For example, 1/2, the numbers in decimal are expressed with a decimal point (.), For example, 1.88888888889, we are going to learn how to convert a decimal to a fraction.

1.88888888889 as a Fraction for Omani Students
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What is 1.88888888889 as a Fraction?

Answer

The answer for 1.88888888889 as a fraction is approximately 17/9.

 

Explanation

Converting a repeating decimal to a fraction requires a series of steps. Follow the steps mentioned below to find the answer.

 

Step 1: Identify the repeating part of the decimal. Here, 0.88888888889 is repeating. Let's call x = 1.88888888889.

 

Step 2: Multiply both sides of the equation by 10 to shift the decimal point. 10x = 18.88888888889

 

Step 3: Subtract the original x from this equation to eliminate the repeating part. 10x - x = 18.88888888889 - 1.88888888889 9x = 17

 

Step 4: Solve for x by dividing both sides by 9. x = 17/9

 

Thus, 1.88888888889 can be approximately written as the fraction 17/9.

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Important Glossaries for 1.88888888889 as a Fraction

  • Fraction: A numerical quantity that is not a whole number, representing a part of a whole.

 

  • Decimal: A number that uses the base ten and includes a decimal point to separate the whole part from the fractional part.

 

  • Numerator: The top part of a fraction, indicating how many parts of the whole are being considered.

 

  • Denominator: The bottom part of a fraction, showing how many parts make up a whole.

 

  • Repeating Decimal: A decimal that has one or more repeating digits or a repeating sequence of digits after the decimal point.
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