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3 as a Decimal

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Converting whole numbers to decimals is straightforward. A whole number like 3 can be easily expressed as a decimal. A decimal is a numerical representation that uses a point (.) to separate the whole part from the fractional part. However, when dealing with whole numbers, there are no fractional parts, but we can still express them in decimal form for consistency or clarity in certain mathematical operations.

3 as a Decimal for Bahraini Students
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What is 3 as a decimal?

3 as a decimalAnswer

 

3 as a decimal is written as 3.0. This indicates that there is no fractional part, and the number is whole.

 

Explanation

 

To express 3 as a decimal, we simply add a decimal point followed by a zero. This does not change the value of the number but provides a decimal representation.

 

Step 1: Start with the whole number 3.

 

Step 2: Add a decimal point to indicate the separation between the whole number and any fractional part.

 

Step 3: Since there are no fractional parts, add a zero after the decimal point.

 

The answer is 3.0, showing that the number is a whole number with no fractional part.

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Important Glossaries for 3 as a decimal

  • Whole Number: A number without fractions; an integer.

 

  • Decimal: A numerical representation that uses a point to separate whole numbers from fractional parts.

 

  • Decimal Point: A dot used to separate the whole part from the fractional part in a decimal number.

 

  • Fractional Part: The part of a number that comes after the decimal point, indicating parts of a whole. Non-recurring

 

  • Decimal: A decimal that does not have repeating digits after the decimal point.
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