Question

Which is the equivalent of 12.42 written in DMS form?

A. 12 25' 12"
B. 12 25' 2"
C. 12 7' 0"
D. 12 0' 7"

Answer 1

12.42

12°+.42(60)

12°25.2'

12°25'+.2(60)

12°25'12"

Answer 2

DMS form = 12°25'12''.

Explanation:

Given : 12.42.

To find : written in DMS form.

Solution : We have given that 12.42.

Multiply 42 by 60 to convert it in to minute

We can write it as 12 + .42(60).

12°25.2'

Rewrite 12°25+.2'

2' = 2 ( 60) to convert minute in to second.

12°25+.2(60)

12°25'12''

Therefore, DMS form = 12°25'12''.