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Find an equivalent fraction for the decimal number. Be sure that your answer is in lowest terms. Enter the numerator into the first box and the denominator of the fraction into the box below. a0 0.6 = ________ a1

User ErikL
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Well, it's asking for a fraction that is in it's lowest terms that is equivalent to 0.6, which is six-tenths or 6/10. so divide both the numerator and denominator by 2 and you get 3/5 or three-fifths. It's easy if you think about it!

6/10 divided by 2= 3/5
6/10=0.6
3/5=0.6
Hope this helps!
User Seltsam
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Answer:

The lowest fraction equivalent to 0.6 is
(3)/(5)

Explanation:

Given : The decimal number is 0.6

To find : An equivalent fraction for the decimal number in the lowest terms.

Solution : The decimal number 0.6 is written in fraction by removing decimal.

Step 1 - Write the decimal number


0.6

Step 2- Remove the decimal


0.6 = (6)/(10)

Step 3 - Reduced the fraction by dividing Nr. and Dr. by 2


0.6 = (6)/(10)=(3)/(5)

Therefore, The lowest fraction equivalent to 0.6 is
(3)/(5)

Numerator is
a_0=3 and Denominator is
a_1=5

User Doctor Dan
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