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85 as a Decimal

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It is a simple question on decimal representation. Firstly, we need to understand whole numbers and their representation in decimal format. A whole number is a number without fractions; it is complete. A decimal is a way to represent numbers using a dot (.) to separate the whole number part from the fractional part. The numbers to the left of the decimal point represent the whole number, and those to the right represent the fractional part. Since 85 is a whole number, its decimal representation is straightforward.

85 as a Decimal for US Students
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What is 85 as a decimal?

Answer 85 as a decimal can be written simply as 85.0. Since it is a whole number, the decimal form includes a zero following the decimal point, indicating no fractional part. Explanation To represent 85 in decimal form, we recognize that it is already a whole number. Therefore, we simply add a decimal point followed by a zero to signify that there is no fractional component. Thus, 85 becomes 85.0 in decimal format.

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Important Glossaries for 85 as a decimal

Whole Number: A number without fractions; an integer. Decimal: A number that uses the base ten and includes a decimal point to separate the whole part from the fractional part. Decimal Point: A dot used to separate the whole number part from the fractional part in a decimal number. Fractional Part: The portion of a decimal number that is to the right of the decimal point. Integer: A whole number that is not a fraction or decimal.

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