48.02 as a Fraction

Step-by-step explanation of how to convert 48.02 to a fraction.

Result
The decimal converted to a fraction
48.02
2401
50

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. 1

    Identify the decimal places

    48.02 has 2 decimal places.
  2. 2

    Multiply by the appropriate power of 10

    48.02 × 102 = 4802
  3. 3

    Write as a fraction

    4802
    100
  4. 4

    Simplify the fraction

    Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 4802 and 100

    GCD = 2

    Numerator:

    4802 2 = 2401

    Denominator:

    100 2 = 50
  5. 5

    Final result

    The decimal 48.02 as a fraction is:

    2401
    50
Decimal Properties
Information about this decimal number
Decimal Value:48.02
Fraction Form:2401/50
Decimal Places:2
Whole Number Part:48
Decimal Part:0.02
Simplified By:GCD of 2
Percentage:4802.00%
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Real-World Examples of 48.02
Practical applications of this decimal value
  • 48.02 represents 48 whole units plus 0.020000000000003126 of another unit.
  • In measurements, 48.02 meters equals 48 meters and 2.0000000000003126 centimeters.
  • In decimal form, 48.02 can be used directly in calculations, while its fraction form 2401/50 is often more precise for certain mathematical operations.
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