How To Convert An Infinite Decimal To A Fraction?

Let the infinite decimal be (x)

If it is repeating, set up an equation with (x)

Multiply (x) by a power of 10 so the repeating part aligns

Subtract the original equation from the shifted equation

Solve for (x)

Simplify the resulting fraction

If it is non-repeating but terminating, write it over a power of 10

Reduce the fraction to lowest terms

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