What is another word for decimal notation?
Pronunciation: [dˈɛsɪmə͡l nə͡ʊtˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Decimal notation is a mathematical system which uses the base-ten system of numbers. It is commonly used to express fractions and proportions in decimal form, such as 0.5 instead of 1/2. Other synonyms for decimal notation include decimal system, decimal representation, decimal expression, decimal format, and decimal form. The use of decimal notation in everyday life is becoming more prevalent, from calculating the exact amount of money needed to purchase goods, to measuring the quantity of ingredients used in cooking. With the widespread use of technology and computers, decimal notation has become an indispensable tool in many fields, such as finance, science, and engineering.
