What is 42 11/20 as a decimal?

The mixed number 42 11/20 as a decimal is equal to 42.55

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Calculate 42 11/20 as a decimal

To convert the mixed number 42 11/20 into a decimal number, you can follow these steps:

First, convert the fractional part 11/20 to decimal form by dividing the numerator by the denominator: 11 ÷ 20 = 0.55

Then, add the resulting decimal to the integer part of the mixed number: 42 + 0.55

11 ÷ 20 + 42=42.55

Alternatively, you can convert mixed numbers to improper fractions first and then convert the improper fraction to a decimal. The calculation formula is as follows:

42
11/20
=
851/20
=42.55

Therefore, the mixed number 42 11/20 as a decimal is 42.55.

See also: 42 11/20 as an improper fraction

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