what is 1 and 3/8 as a decimal

Answer 1

To convert \( 1 \frac{3}{8} \) to a decimal, follow these steps:

1. Convert the fraction \( \frac{3}{8} \) to a decimal: \[ \frac{3}{8} = 3 \div 8 = 0.375 \]

2. Add this result to the whole number part: \[ 1 + 0.375 = 1.375 \]

Thus, \( 1 \frac{3}{8} \) as a decimal is \( 1.375 \).