Question

choose the correct way to write \\(\frac{1}{2}\\) of a dollar. $0.20 $0.50

Explanation:

Step1: Understand the problem

We need to find what \(\frac{1}{2}\) of a dollar is in decimal form (since the options are in dollars with cents). A dollar is 1 whole, so we calculate \(\frac{1}{2}\) of 1.

Step2: Calculate \(\frac{1}{2}\) of 1 dollar

To find a fraction of a number, we multiply the number by the fraction. So, \(1\times\frac{1}{2}=\frac{1}{2}\). Converting \(\frac{1}{2}\) to a decimal, we know that \(\frac{1}{2} = 0.5\). So, \(\frac{1}{2}\) of a dollar is \(0.50\) dollars (or 50 cents).

Answer:

\$0.50