Question

× \\(\frac{99}{100}\\)
which decimal below represents the fraction above?
× a 0.9
× b 9.09
× c 9.9
× d 0.99

Explanation:

Step1: Recall fraction to decimal conversion

To convert a fraction with denominator 100 to a decimal, we can use the place value. The fraction $\frac{99}{100}$ means 99 hundredths.

Step2: Convert the fraction

In decimal form, hundredths place is the second digit after the decimal point. So $\frac{99}{100}= 0.99$.

Step3: Compare with options

Option A is 0.9 (9 tenths), Option B is 9.09, Option C is 9.9, Option D is 0.99 which matches our conversion.

Answer:

D. 0.99