To determine which decimal is equivalent to the fraction [tex]\(\frac{54}{100}\)[/tex], we can follow these steps:
1. Understand the Fraction: The fraction [tex]\(\frac{54}{100}\)[/tex] means 54 divided by 100.
2. Perform the Division: When you divide 54 by 100, you essentially move the decimal point of 54 two places to the left. This is because dividing by 100 is the same as multiplying by [tex]\(0.01\)[/tex].
[tex]\[
54 \div 100 = 0.54
\][/tex]
3. Identify the Decimal: The result of this division is 0.54.
Therefore, the decimal equivalent to [tex]\(\frac{54}{100}\)[/tex] is
[tex]\[
\boxed{0.54}
\][/tex]
