Question

What is the simplified fractional equivalent of the terminating decimal 0.78

Answer 1

39/50

Explanation:

The original expression can be restated as follows:

0.78 = 0.70 + 0.08

Convert:

0.70 = 7/10

0.08 = 8/100

Add 7/10 + 8/100:

7/10 + 8/100

Find least common multiple, which is 100:

=(70+8)/100

=78/100

Now, simplify by dividing by 2 for both top and bottom:

39/50

Answer 2

39/50.

Explanation:

0.78 = 78/100

= 39/50.