2.5 as a Fraction
Step-by-step explanation of how to convert 2.5 to a fraction.
Result
The decimal converted to a fraction
2.5
5
2
Step-by-Step Solution:
- 1
Identify the decimal places
2.5 has 1 decimal places. - 2
Multiply by the appropriate power of 10
2.5 × 101 = 25 - 3
Write as a fraction
2510 - 4
Simplify the fraction
Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 25 and 10
GCD = 5
Numerator:
25 5 = 5Denominator:
10 5 = 2 - 5
Final result
The decimal 2.5 as a fraction is:
52
Decimal Properties
Information about this decimal number
Decimal Value:2.5
Fraction Form:5/2
Decimal Places:1
Whole Number Part:2
Decimal Part:0.5
Simplified By:GCD of 5
Percentage:250.00%
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Real-World Examples of 2.5
Practical applications of this decimal value
- 2.5 represents 2 whole units plus 0.5 of another unit.
- In measurements, 2.5 meters equals 2 meters and 50 centimeters.
- In decimal form, 2.5 can be used directly in calculations, while its fraction form 5/2 is often more precise for certain mathematical operations.