Result
0.84
=
21
25
0.84
=
84
100
84/100
→ simplify ÷4
21
25
Step 1: 0.84 has 2 decimal places, so write it as 84/100.
Step 2: Divide numerator and denominator by 4: 84/100 → 21/25.
Property: In simplest terms, denominators with prime factors only 2 and/or 5 produce terminating decimals.
FAQ
- Why can 0.84 be converted to a fraction?
- Decimals can be expressed as fractions by using place value and simplifying.
- 0.84 terminating or repeating?
- It is terminating.
- Can it be simplified further?
- 21/25 is simplest.
Related Conversions
Extended Reading: What 0.84 Means in Real Life
Percentage & Ratio: 0.84 can be interpreted as 21/25 in practical scenarios like discounts and rates.
Statistics: A proportion of 0.84 often represents a 84% probability — for example, a 84% significance level (p-value) in experiments or surveys.
Finance: Rates expressed with 0.84 (e.g., 84%) appear in returns and fees.