1.24 as a Fraction

Step-by-step explanation of how to convert 1.24 to a fraction.

Result
The decimal converted to a fraction
1.24
31
25

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. 1

    Identify the decimal places

    1.24 has 2 decimal places.
  2. 2

    Multiply by the appropriate power of 10

    1.24 × 102 = 124
  3. 3

    Write as a fraction

    124
    100
  4. 4

    Simplify the fraction

    Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 124 and 100

    GCD = 4

    Numerator:

    124 4 = 31

    Denominator:

    100 4 = 25
  5. 5

    Final result

    The decimal 1.24 as a fraction is:

    31
    25
Decimal Properties
Information about this decimal number
Decimal Value:1.24
Fraction Form:31/25
Decimal Places:2
Whole Number Part:1
Decimal Part:0.24
Simplified By:GCD of 4
Percentage:124.00%
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Real-World Examples of 1.24
Practical applications of this decimal value
  • 1.24 represents 1 whole units plus 0.24 of another unit.
  • In measurements, 1.24 meters equals 1 meter and 24 centimeters.
  • In decimal form, 1.24 can be used directly in calculations, while its fraction form 31/25 is often more precise for certain mathematical operations.
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