Mathematics GCSE
recurring decimals
What recurring decimals means in Mathematics GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of recurring decimals
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Decimals whose digits repeat forever, such as 0.454545..., and which can be changed into their corresponding exact fractions and back again.
Topics that use recurring decimals
- Number - Fractions, decimals and percentages (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- algebraic subtraction method
- denominator
- equivalent fractions
- Equivalent ratios
- Exact value
- Fraction to decimal conversion
- fractions as operators
- increase and decrease
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