29/50 as a decimal

Understand the Problem

The question is asking to convert the fraction 29/50 into its decimal form. This involves dividing the numerator (29) by the denominator (50).

Answer

The decimal form of the fraction \( \frac{29}{50} \) is \( 0.58 \).
Answer for screen readers

The decimal form of the fraction ( \frac{29}{50} ) is ( 0.58 ).

Steps to Solve

  1. Set up the division
    Write the fraction in division format. This means we will divide 29 by 50:
    $$ 29 \div 50 $$

  2. Perform the division
    You can perform the division using long division or a calculator. When you divide 29 by 50, you get:
    $$ 29 \div 50 = 0.58 $$

  3. State the decimal result
    Thus, the decimal form of the fraction $ \frac{29}{50} $ is:
    $$ 0.58 $$

The decimal form of the fraction ( \frac{29}{50} ) is ( 0.58 ).

More Information

When converting fractions to decimals, you can also use a calculator for quick results. The decimal form can often be useful in various applications, including converting currency or calculating percentages.

Tips

  • Forgetting to divide correctly: Ensure you do long division properly, following the steps of dividing, multiplying, and subtracting.
  • Rounding too early: Make sure to complete the division fully before rounding the result unless specifically asked for a rounded number.
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