What is 3 7/8 as a decimal?

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To convert the mixed number 3 7/8 into a decimal, we need to follow a couple of straightforward steps:

  1. Convert the fraction to a decimal: The fraction 7/8 can be converted to a decimal. To do this, divide the numerator (7) by the denominator (8). Doing the division, we get:
    • 7 รท 8 = 0.875
  2. Add this decimal to the whole number: Now that we have the decimal equivalent of the fraction, we can add it to the whole number.
    • 3 + 0.875 = 3.875

Therefore, the mixed number 3 7/8 as a decimal is 3.875.

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