Converting -88 37/40 to Decimal Form

A detailed step-by-step guide to convert the mixed number -88 37/40 into a decimal format.

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To convert the mixed number -88 37/40 into a decimal, follow these steps:

  1. Separate the whole number and the fraction:
    In the mixed number, -88 is the whole number, and 37/40 is the fraction.
  2. Convert the fraction to decimal:
    To do this, divide the numerator (37) by the denominator (40).

    So, 37 ÷ 40 = 0.925
  3. Add the decimal to the whole number:
    Since the whole number is negative, you will combine it with the decimal:

    -88 + 0.925 = -87.075

Thus, the decimal representation of -88 37/40 is -87.075.

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