Question

which of the following values expresses \\(2\frac{50}{125}\\) as a decimal?

select the single best answer:
a. 2
b. 2.2
c. 2.4
d. 2.5
e. 3

Explanation:

Simplify the fractional part

$$ \frac{50}{125} = \frac{50 \div 25}{125 \div 25} = \frac{2}{5} $$

Convert the fraction to a decimal

$$ \frac{2}{5} = 0.4 $$

Combine the whole number and decimal

$$ 2 + 0.4 = 2.4 $$

Answer:

• A. 2
• B. 2.2
• C. 2.4 (Correct answer)
• D. 2.5
• E. 3