Question

8 4/5 as a decimal number

Answer 1

To convert the mixed number \( 8 \frac{4}{5} \) to a decimal, follow these steps:

1. Convert the fraction \( \frac{4}{5} \) to a decimal.
- Divide \( 4 \) by \( 5 \):
\[
4 \div 5 = 0.8
\]

2. Add this decimal to the whole number part:
\[
8 + 0.8 = 8.8
\]

So, \( 8 \frac{4}{5} \) as a decimal number is \( 8.8 \).