Question

Write 2.63 as a mixed number in simplest form.

Answer 1

`2(63)/(100)`

Explanation:

Covert a decimal to a fraction by placing the decimal number over a power of ten. In this case, since there are 2 numbers to the right, place the decimal number over 100 or 10^2. Finally, add the whole number to the left of the decimal.

Answer 2

2 63/100

Explanation:

There is the whole number 2 in 2.63 (shown on left side) while .63 represents 63/100.