Convert £0.91 to UK Decimal Currency - Help Needed

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In summary, to convert £0.91 to pre-decimal currency, there were 240 old pence in a pound, so the amount of old pence corresponding to 91 new pence is 218.4. This can be broken down into 18 shillings and 2.4 old pence. Therefore, £0.91 (decimal) is equivalent to £0 18s 2.4d (pre-decimal). Additionally, in Canada and Europe, the penny has been eliminated for easier conversion.
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Hobo5
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Sir,
Would anyone be able to help me with converting the UK decimal currency amount of £0.91 to £ s d
Thank you in advance,
Regards,
P.N.
 
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In the pre-decimal currency of the UK, there were 12 old pence in one shilling and 20 shillings in one pound; thus there were 240 old pence in a pound. (Note that the symbol for the old (pre-decimal) penny is d whereas p is the symbol for the new (decimal) penny.)

If $x$ is the amount of old pence corresponding to 91 new pence, then
$$\frac x{240}\ =\ \frac{91}{100}$$
giving $x=0.91\times240=218.4$.

$218.4\ =\ 18\times20+2.4.$

Hence $£0.91\ \text{(decimal)}\ =\ £\mathrm{0\,\,18\,s\,\,2.4\,d}\ \text{(pre-decimal)}$.
 
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EASIER if you do what we did here in Canada:
eliminate the **** penny!
 
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Wilmer said:
EASIER if you do what we did here in Canada:
eliminate the **** penny!

Don't you have the problem that you don't know how many dollars there are in a dollar?
Easier if you do what we did here in Europe: only one Euro. :p
 

What is the conversion rate for £0.91 to UK decimal currency?

The conversion rate for £0.91 to UK decimal currency is 1 GBP = 1.00 GBP.

How do I convert £0.91 to UK decimal currency?

To convert £0.91 to UK decimal currency, simply multiply the amount by the conversion rate of 1 GBP = 1.00 GBP. In this case, the result would be 0.91 GBP.

What is the current value of £0.91 in UK decimal currency?

The current value of £0.91 in UK decimal currency is 0.91 GBP.

Is there a difference between UK decimal currency and British pounds?

No, UK decimal currency and British pounds are the same thing. The term "decimal currency" refers to the system of currency used in the United Kingdom, which is based on the decimal system.

Can I use £0.91 in UK decimal currency to make purchases in the United Kingdom?

Yes, you can use £0.91 in UK decimal currency to make purchases in the United Kingdom. It is the official currency of the country and is accepted by all businesses and establishments.

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