Which is the only fraction that must be represented by a nonterminating decimal?

a. 7/5

b. 7/4

c. 7/3

d. 7/2

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Mckinley Clark

Mathematics

10 August, 06:47

Which is the only fraction that must be represented by a nonterminating decimal?

a. 7/5

b. 7/4

c. 7/3

d. 7/2

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A is incorrect - In decimal form, 7/5 is 1.4

B is incorrect - In decimal form, 7/4 is 1.75

D is incorrect - In decimal form, 7/2 is 3.5

The answer is C. 7/4; In decimal form, 7/4 is 2.33333333 ... (this represents a terminating decimal)

Which is the only fraction that must be represented by a nonterminating decimal?a. 7/5b. 7/4c. 7/3d. 7/2

Which is the only fraction that must be represented by a nonterminating decimal?

a. 7/5

b. 7/4

c. 7/3

d. 7/2