How do you convert 0.216 into a fraction?

To convert 0.216 into a fraction, follow these steps:

  1. Write the decimal as a fraction: Since 0.216 has three decimal places, you can express it as 216/1000.
  2. Simplify the fraction: Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 216 and 1000. The GCD is 8.
  3. Divide both the numerator and the denominator by the GCD:
    • 216 ÷ 8 = 27
    • 1000 ÷ 8 = 125
  4. Write the simplified fraction: After simplifying, you get 27/125.

Thus, 0.216 can be expressed as the fraction 27/125.

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