Result
0.(8)
=
8
9
0.(8)
=
8
9
8/9
→ simplify ÷1
8
9
Step 1: Interpret the repeating part and express 0.(8) as a fraction 8/9.
Step 2: Already in simplest form (gcd=1): 8/9.
Property: Repeating decimals occur when the simplest denominator has prime factors other than 2 and 5.
FAQ
- Why can 0.(8) be converted to a fraction?
- Decimals can be expressed as fractions by using place value and simplifying.
- 0.(8) terminating or repeating?
- It is repeating.
- Can it be simplified further?
- 8/9 is simplest.
Related Conversions
Extended Reading: What 0.(8) Means in Real Life
Percentage & Ratio: 0.(8) can be interpreted as a repeating proportion in practical scenarios like discounts and rates.
Statistics: A proportion of 0.(8) often represents a 0% probability — for example, a 0% significance level (p-value) in experiments or surveys.
Finance: Rates expressed with 0.(8) (e.g., 0%) appear in returns and fees.