3.8 as a Fraction

Step-by-step explanation of how to convert 3.8 to a fraction.

Result
The decimal converted to a fraction
3.8
19
5

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. 1

    Identify the decimal places

    3.8 has 1 decimal places.
  2. 2

    Multiply by the appropriate power of 10

    3.8 × 101 = 38
  3. 3

    Write as a fraction

    38
    10
  4. 4

    Simplify the fraction

    Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 38 and 10

    GCD = 2

    Numerator:

    38 2 = 19

    Denominator:

    10 2 = 5
  5. 5

    Final result

    The decimal 3.8 as a fraction is:

    19
    5
Decimal Properties
Information about this decimal number
Decimal Value:3.8
Fraction Form:19/5
Decimal Places:1
Whole Number Part:3
Decimal Part:0.8
Simplified By:GCD of 2
Percentage:380.00%
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Real-World Examples of 3.8
Practical applications of this decimal value
  • 3.8 represents 3 whole units plus 0.7999999999999998 of another unit.
  • In measurements, 3.8 meters equals 3 meters and 79.99999999999999 centimeters.
  • In decimal form, 3.8 can be used directly in calculations, while its fraction form 19/5 is often more precise for certain mathematical operations.
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