What is -9 1/2 in decimal form

Answer 1

To convert the mixed number -9 1/2 to decimal form, you can follow these steps:

1. Convert the fraction 1/2 to decimal form. \(1/2 = 0.5\).
2. Combine this with the whole number part (-9): \(-9 + (-0.5) = -9.5\).

So, -9 1/2 in decimal form is -9.5.