0.02 as a Fraction

Step-by-step explanation of how to convert 0.02 to a fraction.

Result
The decimal converted to a fraction
0.02
1
50

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. 1

    Identify the decimal places

    0.02 has 2 decimal places.
  2. 2

    Multiply by the appropriate power of 10

    0.02 × 102 = 2
  3. 3

    Write as a fraction

    2
    100
  4. 4

    Simplify the fraction

    Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 2 and 100

    GCD = 2

    Numerator:

    2 2 = 1

    Denominator:

    100 2 = 50
  5. 5

    Final result

    The decimal 0.02 as a fraction is:

    1
    50
Decimal Properties
Information about this decimal number
Decimal Value:0.02
Fraction Form:1/50
Decimal Places:2
Whole Number Part:0
Decimal Part:0.02
Simplified By:GCD of 2
Percentage:2.00%
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Real-World Examples of 0.02
Practical applications of this decimal value
  • 0.02 represents 2% of a whole, which is a very small portion.
  • In finance, 0.02 could represent a 2% interest rate or fee.
  • In decimal form, 0.02 can be used directly in calculations, while its fraction form 1/50 is often more precise for certain mathematical operations.