How do you write -0.875 as a fraction?

To convert -0.875 into a fraction, follow these steps:

Step 1: Understand the Decimal

The decimal -0.875 can be broken down into its fractional form. The number 0.875 is equivalent to 875 thousandths.

Step 2: Write as a Fraction

You can express 0.875 as:

• 875/1000

Step 3: Simplify the Fraction

Next, simplify the fraction by finding the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 875 and 1000, which is 125. Divide both the numerator and the denominator by 125:

• 875 ÷ 125 = 7
• 1000 ÷ 125 = 8

Final Result

Thus, -0.875 as a fraction is:

-7/8