Question

Write 4.024 as a mixed number in simplest form. Write the decimal as a ratio over 1,000. Simplify the ratio

Answer 1

4 3/125

Explanation:

1. Convert the decimal number to a fraction by placing the decimal number over a power of ten. Since there are 3 numbers to the right of the decimal point, place the decimal number over 10^3 (1000) to get 4 24/1000.

2. Reduce the fractional part of the mixed number to get 4 3/125.