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Noun decimal fraction has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebTerm: Decimal FractionDescriptionA decimal fraction is a numerical value that represents a fraction where the denominator is a power of ten. It is expressed by a decimal point and can have digits to the right side of it. Senses and UsagesSense 1: Mathematical RepresentationIn mathematics, a decimal fraction is used to represent numbers that are not whole or integer values. It allows for more precise calculations and measurements. Example Sentence: The value 0.75 is a decimal fraction representing three-quarters. Sense 2: Money and CurrencyIn finance and currency, decimal fractions are commonly used for monetary values, enabling precise calculations when dealing with fractions of a unit. Example Sentence: The price of the item is $9.99, where 99 cents is a decimal fraction. Sense 3: Measurement and ScienceWhen dealing with measurements and scientific calculations, decimal fractions are used to express precise quantities. Example Sentence: The temperature outside is 24.5 degrees Celsius, where 0.5 is a decimal fraction indicating half a degree. Related Products | ||||
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