Computer Corner: The Computation of Repeating Decimals.

Gantner, T. E.

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ERIC Number: EJ310496

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Publication Date: 1984

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Computer Corner: The Computation of Repeating Decimals.

Gantner, T. E.

College Mathematics Journal, v15 n5 p436-40 Nov 1984

An efficient division algorithm is developed, using a computer program, to convert any positive fraction to its decimal representation. The computer program listing is included. (MNS)

Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, College Mathematics, Computer Software, Decimal Fractions, Division, Fractions, Higher Education, Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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