What is 72 8/8 as a decimal?

The mixed number 72 8/8 as a decimal is equal to 73

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Calculate 72 8/8 as a decimal

To convert the mixed number 72 8/8 into a decimal number, you can follow these steps:

First, convert the fractional part 8/8 to decimal form by dividing the numerator by the denominator: 8 ÷ 8 = 1

Then, add the resulting decimal to the integer part of the mixed number: 72 + 1

8 ÷ 8 + 72=73

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:

72
8/8
=
584/8
=73

Therefore, the mixed number 72 8/8 as a decimal is 73.

See also: 72 8/8 as an improper fraction

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