What is 42 60/100 as a decimal?

The mixed number 42 60/100 as a decimal is equal to 42.6

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Calculate 42 60/100 as a decimal

To convert the mixed number 42 60/100 into a decimal number, you can follow these steps:

First, convert the fractional part 60/100 to decimal form by dividing the numerator by the denominator: 60 ÷ 100 = 0.6

Then, add the resulting decimal to the integer part of the mixed number: 42 + 0.6

60 ÷ 100 + 42=42.6

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
60/100
=
4260/100
=42.6

Therefore, the mixed number 42 60/100 as a decimal is 42.6.

See also: 42 60/100 as an improper fraction

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