Convert 5 18/25

Question

to a decimal.(1 point)
Responses

5.9
5.9

5.72
5.72

0.72
0.72

5.1825

Answer 1

To convert the mixed number \( 5 \frac{18}{25} \) to a decimal, first convert the fraction \( \frac{18}{25} \) to a decimal.

1. Divide 18 by 25: \[ 18 \div 25 = 0.72 \]

2. Now, add this decimal to the whole number part (5): \[ 5 + 0.72 = 5.72 \]

So, \( 5 \frac{18}{25} \) as a decimal is 5.72.