1 1/8 as a Decimal
What is 1 1/8 as a Decimal?
1 1/8 is a mixed number, which is a combination of a whole number and a fraction. To convert it to a decimal, we need to calculate the decimal equivalent of the fraction part and then add it to the whole number.
Converting the Fraction to a Decimal
The fraction part of 1 1/8 is 1/8. To convert it to a decimal, we can divide the numerator (1) by the denominator (8):
1 ÷ 8 = 0.125
So, the decimal equivalent of the fraction 1/8 is 0.125.
Adding the Whole Number
Now, we can add the whole number 1 to the decimal equivalent of the fraction:
1 + 0.125 = 1.125
1 1/8 as a Decimal
Therefore, 1 1/8 as a decimal is 1.125.
Conclusion
In this article, we have successfully converted the mixed number 1 1/8 to its decimal equivalent, which is 1.125.
