Question

Which among the following is the standard form of $\frac{36}{100}$.

• A. $\frac{8}{25}$
• B. $\frac{8}{20}$
• C. $\frac{9}{20}$
• D. $\frac{9}{25}$

Answer 1

The correct option is D $\frac{9}{25}$

The greatest common divisor of 36 and 100 is 4.

Now, dividing the numerator and denominator of $\frac{36}{100}$ by 4, we get
$\frac{36}{100}$ = $\frac{36÷4}{100÷4}$ = $\frac{9}{25}$
Hence the standard form of $\frac{36}{100}$ is $\frac{9}{25}$.