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Last updated on May 26th, 2025

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2 2/5 as a Decimal

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Converting a mixed number to a decimal involves understanding both fractions and decimals. A mixed number contains a whole number and a fraction. Here, 2 is the whole number, and 2/5 is the fraction. A decimal separates the whole number from the fractional part using a point (.).

2 2/5 as a Decimal for Singaporean Students
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What is 2 2/5 as a decimal?

2 2/5 as a decimal

Answer

 

2 2/5 as a decimal is 2.4.

 

Explanation

 

To convert 2 2/5 to a decimal, follow these steps:

 

Step 1: Separate the whole number from the fraction. Here, the whole number is 2, and the fraction is 2/5.

 

Step 2: Convert the fraction 2/5 into a decimal. Divide the numerator (2) by the denominator (5).

 

Step 3: 2 divided by 5 equals 0.4. Therefore, 2/5 as a decimal is 0.4.

 

Step 4: Combine the whole number with the decimal fraction. Add the whole number 2 to the decimal 0.4. The result is 2.4.

 

Therefore, 2 2/5 as a decimal is 2.4.

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Important Glossaries for 2 2/5 as a decimal

  • Mixed Number: A number consisting of a whole number and a fraction.
     
  • Fraction: A numerical representation of a part of a whole, consisting of a numerator and a denominator.
     
  • Decimal: A numerical system using base ten, separating the whole part from the fractional part with a point.
     
  • Numerator: The top part of a fraction, indicating how many parts of the whole are considered.
     
  • Denominator: The bottom part of a fraction, showing how many parts make up a whole.
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