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The infinite geometric sum formula can be used to write 0.126126126...as a fraction. What is the numerator of this reduced fraction?

A. 7
B.14
C.42
D.126

User Joseph
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Answer:

B. 14

Explanation:

User ReachConnection
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Answer:

B. 14

Explanation:

The sum of infinite geometric series is given by


(a)/(1-r)

0.126126126... =
(126)/(1000)+(126)/(1000000)+(126)/(1000000000)

Here a =126/1000, r= 1/1000

0.126126126... =
(126/1000)/(1-1/1000) =126/999 = 14/111

∴ 0.126126126... = 14/111

So, the numerator of the reduced fraction is 14.

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