Convert 6.01 to Mixed Number: Decimal to Fraction Exercise

The solution involves converting the mixed number $6\frac{1}{100}$ to its decimal counterpart.

• Step 1: Identify the given mixed number. It consists of a whole number part, 6, and a fractional part, $\frac{1}{100}$.
• Step 2: Convert the fractional part. To convert $\frac{1}{100}$ to a decimal, divide 1 by 100:

$1 \div 100 = 0.01$.

• Step 3: Add this decimal to the whole number 6 to form a proper decimal.

Thus, $6 + 0.01 = 6.01$.

The decimal equivalent of $6\frac{1}{100}$ is therefore $6.01$.

Comparing this result to the provided choices, option 4 is $6.01$, which matches our calculated result.