Question

Write the mixed fraction for 23.2 ?
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Answer 1

Answer:

23.2 = 23 1

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Step-by-step explanation:

Rewrite the decimal number as a fraction with 1 in the denominator

23.2 = 23.2

1

Multiply to remove 1 decimal places. Here, you multiply top and bottom by 10(1) = 10

23.2 × 10 = 232

1 10 10

Find the Greatest Common Factor (GCF) of 232 and 10. If it exists, and reduce the fraction by dividing both numerator and denominator by GCF = 2,

232 ÷ 2 = 116

10 ÷ 2 5

Simplify the improper fraction

23 1

5

In conclusion,

23.2 = 23 1

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