Question

    Which of the following fractions is a terminating decimal?

    A 5/8 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1/3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1/7 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 2/11 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Concept -we need to check if the denominator (after simplification) contains only the prime factors 2 and/or 5. A fraction has a terminating decimal if and only if, in its simplest form, the denominator has no prime factors other According to the option- =5/8 The denominator 8 can be factored into 23. Since it contains only the prime factor. 5/8 is a terminating decimal.

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