Math, asked by charismalovell41, 5 months ago

When converting measurements in the metric system, you can move the decimal point to the left or to the right. Why?

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Answered by parth22358
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Answer:

It only works when there is fraction if we increase or decrease numerator the denominator also changes

for eg 23.4/100 = 234.0/1000 = 2.34/10 if we increase numerator denominator also increase

Answered by perezjaden24
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Answer:

When converting from smaller to larger units, you are dividing by a power of 10.

The metric system is based on powers of 10.

When converting from larger to smaller units, you are multiplying by a power of 10.

Step-by-step explanation:

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