1.5 as a Fraction

Step-by-step explanation of how to convert 1.5 to a fraction.

Result
The decimal converted to a fraction
1.5
3
2

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. 1

    Identify the decimal places

    1.5 has 1 decimal places.
  2. 2

    Multiply by the appropriate power of 10

    1.5 × 101 = 15
  3. 3

    Write as a fraction

    15
    10
  4. 4

    Simplify the fraction

    Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 15 and 10

    GCD = 5

    Numerator:

    15 5 = 3

    Denominator:

    10 5 = 2
  5. 5

    Final result

    The decimal 1.5 as a fraction is:

    3
    2
Decimal Properties
Information about this decimal number
Decimal Value:1.5
Fraction Form:3/2
Decimal Places:1
Whole Number Part:1
Decimal Part:0.5
Simplified By:GCD of 5
Percentage:150.00%
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Real-World Examples of 1.5
Practical applications of this decimal value
  • 1.5 represents 1 whole units plus 0.5 of another unit.
  • In measurements, 1.5 meters equals 1 meter and 50 centimeters.
  • In decimal form, 1.5 can be used directly in calculations, while its fraction form 3/2 is often more precise for certain mathematical operations.
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