0.25 as a Fraction
Step-by-step explanation of how to convert 0.25 to a fraction.
Result
The decimal converted to a fraction
0.25
1
4
Step-by-Step Solution:
- 1
Identify the decimal places
0.25 has 2 decimal places. - 2
Multiply by the appropriate power of 10
0.25 × 102 = 25 - 3
Write as a fraction
25100 - 4
Simplify the fraction
Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 25 and 100
GCD = 25
Numerator:
25 25 = 1Denominator:
100 25 = 4 - 5
Final result
The decimal 0.25 as a fraction is:
14
Decimal Properties
Information about this decimal number
Decimal Value:0.25
Fraction Form:1/4
Decimal Places:2
Whole Number Part:0
Decimal Part:0.25
Simplified By:GCD of 25
Percentage:25.00%
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Real-World Examples of 0.25
Practical applications of this decimal value
- 0.25 represents exactly one quarter or 25% of a whole.
- In time measurement, 0.25 hours equals 15 minutes.
- In decimal form, 0.25 can be used directly in calculations, while its fraction form 1/4 is often more precise for certain mathematical operations.