Question

a weather station reported 0.58 in. of rain. which fraction is equivalent to this amount of rain in inches? f (\frac{29}{50}) in. g (\frac{23}{40}) in. h (\frac{3}{5}) in. j (\frac{11}{20}) in.

Explanation:

Step1: Convert decimal to fraction

$0.58 = \frac{58}{100}$

Step2: Simplify the fraction

$\frac{58\div2}{100\div2} = \frac{29}{50}$

Step3: Match to options

Compare $\frac{29}{50}$ with given choices.

Answer:

F. $\frac{29}{50}$ in.