Question

What is 5 7/8% as a decimal

Answer 1

Answer: 5.88

Explanation:

Multiply the whole number by the denominator

5 x 8 = 40

Add the result of step 1 to the numerator

40 + 7 = 47

Divide the result of step 2 by the denominator

47 ÷ 8 = 5.875

Answer 2

Answer: 0.5875.

Explanation:

To express 5 7/8% as a decimal, you can follow these steps:

First, convert the mixed number (5 7/8) to an improper fraction:

5 7/8 = (5 * 8 + 7) / 8 = 47/8

Next, divide the fraction by 100 to convert it to a decimal:

(47/8) ÷ 100 = 0.5875

So, 5 7/8% as a decimal is 0.5875.