Write 4/5 as a decimal.

Understand the Problem

The question is asking to convert the fraction 4/5 into its decimal form. To do this, we divide the numerator (4) by the denominator (5). The resulting decimal will provide the answer.

Answer

The decimal form of the fraction $\frac{4}{5}$ is $0.8$.
Answer for screen readers

The decimal form of the fraction $\frac{4}{5}$ is $0.8$.

Steps to Solve

  1. Set up the division We need to divide 4 by 5 to convert the fraction into decimal form, which can be expressed as $4 \div 5$.

  2. Perform the division Now, we perform the division: $0.8$ because $5$ goes into $4$ zero times, and into $40$ (after multiplying by 10) it goes exactly $8$ times.

  3. Interpret the result The result of the division gives us the decimal equivalent of the fraction. Thus, $4/5 = 0.8$.

The decimal form of the fraction $\frac{4}{5}$ is $0.8$.

More Information

Converting fractions to decimals is a common operation in mathematics, often used to simplify calculations or when comparing values.

Tips

  • Forgetting to add a decimal point and zero: When dividing, if the initial division does not work, you should remember to add a decimal point and extend the number with zeros.
  • Incorrect division: Make sure to carefully perform the division to avoid errors in the result.
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