Oh, isn't that a lovely number? Let's turn 3.14159 into a fraction. We can write it as 314159/100000, and if we simplify it, we get 314159/100000. Just like painting, math can be a beautiful and calming experience.
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The number 3.14159 can be expressed as a fraction by understanding that it is the decimal representation of the mathematical constant pi, which is the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. Pi is an irrational number, meaning it cannot be expressed as a simple fraction. However, it is commonly approximated as 22/7 in fraction form, which is accurate to a reasonable degree for most practical purposes.
3.14159 is a fraction. It is a fraction in decimal form rather than in the form of a ratio. However, that does not stop it being a fraction. Its rational equivalent is 314159/100000 which cannot be simplified.
Oh, dude, you want to get all mathy on me? Okay, fine. 3.14159 as a fraction is 3 14159/100000. So, like, if you're into fractions and stuff, there you go.
The number "3.14159" by itself is rational, since it can be written as 314159/100000. However, the number pi (which is about 3.14159) is not rational, because it continues endlessly.
Every fraction is an equivalent fraction: each fraction in decimal form has an equivalent rational fraction as well as an equivalent percentage fraction.
A fraction that has a different sign to the first fraction.
Divide the fraction by 100, and you will get the percentage of a fraction.
Or both. That's a complex fraction.