An Arithmetic Method for Converting Repeating Decimals to Fractions.

Sherzer, Laurence

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ERIC Number: EJ406013

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Publication Date: 1989

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An Arithmetic Method for Converting Repeating Decimals to Fractions.

Sherzer, Laurence

Mathematics Teacher, v82 n7 p574-76 Oct 1989

Discusses the characteristics of repeating decimals to facilitate the translation of repeating decimals to fractions. Describes the algebraic and arithmetic methods for converting the repeating decimal. Illustrates arithmetic operations for n-digit integer. Eight references are listed. (YP)

Descriptors: Algebra, Arithmetic, Decimal Fractions, Fractions, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Formulas, Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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