WAEC Mathematics 1997 Question 1

Question 1

Fractions, Decimals and Approximation

Express (0.0425 ÷ 2.5) as a fraction

  1. A.17/10,000
  2. B.17/1,000
  3. C.17/250
  4. D.17/100
  5. E.17/10
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (17/1,000)

Explanation

0.0425 ÷ 2.5 = 0.017, and 0.017 = 17/1000.