Question

Which of the following correctly expresses the number 45.623?

A. 45 tens + 6 tenths + 23 thousandths
B. 45 tens + 623 thousandths
C. 45 ones + 6 tenths + 2 hundredths + 3 thousandths
D. 45 ones + 623 hundredths

Answer 1

The correct expression for the number 45.623 is Option C: 45 ones + 6 tenths + 2 hundredths + 3 thousandths.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct expression for the number 45.623 is Option C: 45 ones + 6 tenths + 2 hundredths + 3 thousandths.

When we break down the number 45.623, we can see that it has 45 ones, 6 tenths, 2 hundredths, and 3 thousandths. So, Option C is the correct expression.