01 Which of the following rational numbers has a terminating decimal expansion?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. \(\frac{13}{40}\)
Explanation: In \(\frac{13}{40}\), the denominator is \(40=2^3\times5\), so its decimal expansion terminates. The denominator of \(\frac{7}{18}\) also contains 3, so it is non-terminating recurring. Exam tip: in lowest form, only 2 and 5 may occur in the denominator.