Complete the Expression: Finding Values Equal to 2.4

Question

2.4= 2.4=

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Step-by-Step Solution

To solve this problem, we'll convert the decimal 2.42.4 into a mixed number:

  • Step 1: Identify the integer part and the decimal part of 2.42.4.
  • The integer part is 22, and the decimal part is 0.40.4.
  • Step 2: Convert the decimal 0.40.4 to a fraction.
  • Decimal 0.40.4 is equivalent to 410\frac{4}{10} because the digit 44 is in the tenth position.
  • Step 3: Combine the integer part with the fraction.
  • The mixed number is 24102\frac{4}{10}.

Therefore, when 2.42.4 is expressed as a mixed number, it is 24102\frac{4}{10}.

Answer

2410 2\frac{4}{10}