Question

write \\(\frac{9}{20}\\) as a decimal number.

Explanation:

Step1: Convert denominator to 100

To convert \(\frac{9}{20}\) to a decimal, we can make the denominator 100. Multiply numerator and denominator by 5: \(\frac{9\times5}{20\times5}=\frac{45}{100}\)

Step2: Write as decimal

A fraction with denominator 100 can be written as a decimal by moving the decimal point two places to the left. So \(\frac{45}{100} = 0.45\)

Answer:

\(0.45\)