8 15/16 as a Decimal

Answer

8 15/16 in decimals can be written as 8.9375. It is a terminating decimal, meaning it does not repeat infinitely.

Explanation

To convert 8 15/16 to a decimal, follow these steps:

Step 1: Convert the fraction 15/16 into a decimal by dividing the numerator by the denominator.

Step 2: 15 divided by 16 equals 0.9375.

Step 3: Add this decimal to the whole number 8 to get the final decimal representation.

Step 4: The result is 8.9375, which is the decimal equivalent of 8 15/16.

• Mixed Number: A number consisting of a whole number and a fraction.
   
• Fraction: A numerical quantity representing a part of a whole, expressed as a numerator over a denominator.
   
• Decimal: A number expressed using a decimal point to separate the whole part from the fractional part.
   
• Numerator: The top part of a fraction that indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.
   
• Terminating Decimal: A decimal that ends and does not repeat infinitely.