What is 6 42/8 as a decimal?

The mixed number 6 42/8 as a decimal is equal to 11.25

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Calculate 6 42/8 as a decimal

To convert the mixed number 6 42/8 into a decimal number, you can follow these steps:

First, convert the fractional part 42/8 to decimal form by dividing the numerator by the denominator: 42 ÷ 8 = 5.25

Then, add the resulting decimal to the integer part of the mixed number: 6 + 5.25

42 ÷ 8 + 6=11.25

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:

6
42/8
=
90/8
=11.25

Therefore, the mixed number 6 42/8 as a decimal is 11.25.

See also: 6 42/8 as an improper fraction

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