What Is 1/5 in Fractional Terms?

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The discussion revolves around the mathematical expression 1/5 and its interpretations. Participants clarify that 1/5 equals 0.2, which can also be expressed as 20% or 2/10. There is confusion regarding the initial question about what 1/5 represents, but it is ultimately recognized as a straightforward value. Additionally, the operation 1 ÷ 1/5 is discussed, with the conclusion that it equals 5. The conversation reflects a mix of humor and frustration as participants navigate the topic.
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Yu no 1/x, right ? so what is 1/5 ?
 
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Lotte said:
Yu no 1/x, right ? so what is 1/5 ?

Is it x?

The Bob (2004 ©)
 
The Bob said:
Is it x?

The Bob (2004 ©)
x is any number, like 5 as i said above, so what is 1/5 ?
 
1/5 is just wrong
 
How about 1 ÷ 1/5?

The Bob (2004 ©)
 
Lotte, we are all teased and have decided to give up.

What is 1/5 ?
 
I guess it is 0.2
 
this made no sense to me. 1/5 is 0.2. 1/5 is 20%. 1/5 is 2/10. i don't really understand what it is we are looking for. The Bob...1 ÷ 1/5 = 5.

1/5 is just a value, self explanatory.
 
Yes, I think we are all agreed that we cede the floor to Lotte...
 
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