SAT Math : How to find the fractional equivalent of a decimal
Study concepts, example questions & explanations for SAT Math
All SAT Math Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #31 : Fractions
Write 0.45 as a fraction.
.45 is equivalent to 45 out of 100, or 
Divide both the numerator and denominator by 5 to simplify the fraction:
Example Question #1 : How To Find The Fractional Equivalent Of A Decimal
A tub of food contains 
To begin with, it is easiest just to add these decimals together using your calculator:
Now, this is the same thing as:
We can rewrite this:
To find this, you need to give the two numbers a common denominator:
This is your answer.
Example Question #1 : How To Find The Fractional Equivalent Of A Decimal
What is the fractional equivalent of 
In decimal form 
This is equal to
This fraction cannot be reduced any further therefore it is in its final answer form.
Example Question #1 : How To Find The Fractional Equivalent Of A Decimal
Convert the decimal to fraction form and reduce it to its simplest form.
In order to convert 
Certified Tutor
All SAT Math Resources
