What is 42 21/16 as a decimal?

The mixed number 42 21/16 as a decimal is equal to 43.3125

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Calculate 42 21/16 as a decimal

To convert the mixed number 42 21/16 into a decimal number, you can follow these steps:

First, convert the fractional part 21/16 to decimal form by dividing the numerator by the denominator: 21 ÷ 16 = 1.3125

Then, add the resulting decimal to the integer part of the mixed number: 42 + 1.3125

21 ÷ 16 + 42=43.3125

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
21/16
=
693/16
=43.3125

Therefore, the mixed number 42 21/16 as a decimal is 43.3125.

See also: 42 21/16 as an improper fraction

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