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46 as a Decimal

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This is a simple conversion topic about representing whole numbers as decimals. In the decimal system, whole numbers are represented without a fractional part. A decimal point is used to separate the whole part from the fractional part if any exists, but in the case of whole numbers like 46, the representation is straightforward. Understanding decimals involves recognizing that numbers to the left of the decimal point represent whole numbers, while those to the right represent fractional parts.

46 as a Decimal for Omani Students
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What is 46 as a decimal?

46 as a decimal

 

Answer

 

46 in decimal form is simply 46.0. Since 46 is already a whole number, its decimal representation does not have a recurring or fractional part.

 

Explanation

 

To express 46 as a decimal, we note that it is already a whole number. Hence, its decimal representation is straightforward: 46.0. This indicates that there are no fractional parts following the decimal point. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of the process:

 

Step 1: Identify the whole number, which is 46 in this case.

 

Step 2: Place a decimal point to indicate the transition from the whole number to any potential fractional part.

 

Step 3: Since there are no fractional parts, we can simply add a zero to the right of the decimal point, yielding 46.0.

 

The answer for 46 as a decimal remains 46.0, signifying its status as a whole number.

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Important Glossaries for 46 as a decimal

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

 

  • Decimal: A number that uses a decimal point to separate the whole part from the fractional part.

 

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

 

  • Trailing Zero: A zero added to the right of the decimal point in a number that does not change its value.

 

  • Non-Recurring Decimal: A decimal number that does not repeat any digits infinitely.
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