What is 0.875 as a fraction?

To convert the decimal 0.875 into a fraction, we can follow these steps:

  1. First, recognize that 0.875 can be read as 875 thousandths, or 875/1000.
  2. Next, we simplify this fraction by finding the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 875 and 1000. Both numbers can be divided by 125.
  3. Now, divide the numerator and the denominator by 125:
    • 875 ÷ 125 = 7
    • 1000 ÷ 125 = 8

    So, we have 7/8.

Therefore, the decimal 0.875 can be expressed as the fraction 7/8.

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