0.72 as a Fraction

Step-by-step explanation of how to convert 0.72 to a fraction.

Result
The decimal converted to a fraction
0.72
18
25

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. 1

    Identify the decimal places

    0.72 has 2 decimal places.
  2. 2

    Multiply by the appropriate power of 10

    0.72 × 102 = 72
  3. 3

    Write as a fraction

    72
    100
  4. 4

    Simplify the fraction

    Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 72 and 100

    GCD = 4

    Numerator:

    72 4 = 18

    Denominator:

    100 4 = 25
  5. 5

    Final result

    The decimal 0.72 as a fraction is:

    18
    25
Decimal Properties
Information about this decimal number
Decimal Value:0.72
Fraction Form:18/25
Decimal Places:2
Whole Number Part:0
Decimal Part:0.72
Simplified By:GCD of 4
Percentage:72.00%
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Real-World Examples of 0.72
Practical applications of this decimal value
  • 0.72 is between a half and three-quarters of a whole unit.
  • In probability, 0.72 represents a 72% chance of an event occurring.
  • In decimal form, 0.72 can be used directly in calculations, while its fraction form 18/25 is often more precise for certain mathematical operations.
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