Akua Q.

asked • 02/08/19

I want to know: Is 2/5 closer to 1/2 or 1?

I want to know how this is rounded.

1 Expert Answer

By:

Paul M. answered • 02/08/19

Tutor
5.0 (39)

Learn "how to" do the math and why the "how to" works!
About this tutor ›
About this tutor ›

No rounding involved!


2/5 = 4/10 < 5/10 = 1/2, i.e. 2/5<1/2; therefore, 2/5 is closer to 1/2 than to 1.



Upvote • 1 Downvote
More
Report

Akua Q.

Thank you so much.
Report

02/08/19

Paul M.

tutor
You are welcome.
Report

02/08/19

Akua Q.

And can you also please check my other questions too? Gracias.
Report

02/12/19

Paul M.

tutor
I don’t know how to search for your questions.
Report

02/12/19

Anh T.

Is 2/5 closer 1/2 or 0?
Report

03/25/21

Still looking for help? Get the right answer, fast.

Ask a question for free

Get a free answer to a quick problem.
Most questions answered within 4 hours.

OR

Find an Online Tutor Now

Choose an expert and meet online. No packages or subscriptions, pay only for the time you need.