1.0714 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, 1.0714, we are going to learn how to convert a decimal to a fraction.

What is 1.0714 as a Fraction?

$1.0714 as a fraction$

Answer

The answer for 1.0714 as a fraction will be 10714/10000, which can be simplified to 5357/5000.

Explanation

Converting a decimal to a fraction is a task for students 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, 1.0714 is the number on the numerator, and the base number 1 will be the denominator. Then, 1.0714 becomes 1.0714/1.

Step 2: To remove the decimal from a fraction, you need to multiply both the numerator and denominator by 10000 (because there are 4 decimal places). 1.0714/1 × 10000/10000 = 10714/10000

Step 3: Simplify the fraction by finding the greatest common divisor (GCD). The GCD of 10714 and 10000 is 2. Divide the numerator and denominator by 2. 10714/10000 = 5357/5000

Thus, 1.0714 can be written as a fraction 5357/5000.

Important Glossaries for 1.0714 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.
Simplification: The process of reducing a fraction to its simplest form by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).