In writing a decimal fraction, always place a:
A) one to the left of the decimal point
B) zero to the left of the decimal point
C) zero to the right of the decimal point
D) multiple of 10 as the numerator
B) zero to the left of the decimal point
When writing a decimal fraction, always place a zero to the left of the decimal point. This is vital in making sure the decimal point is seen because the zero alerts the reader to the fact that this is a decimal fraction and not a whole number. Simply writing ".25" instead of "0.25" can cause the reader to not see the decimal point and assume that the number written is the whole number "25." (Imagine if a desired dose was 0.25 g but a person who was ready to administer a given medication thought that 25 g was correct.)
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