Does .83333333 stay the same?

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In summary, .83333333 is a constant value that will not change unless manipulated by an external force. It is also a rational number, as it can be expressed as a fraction of two integers. Additionally, .83333333 is a repeating decimal with the number 3 repeating infinitely after the decimal point. It can be rounded to the nearest whole number, which is 1. This decimal representation is often used for convenience in calculations and comparisons.
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40m/48s = .83333333

does it stay the same?
 
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also 10m/15s = .666667
dont i round? would it be .66667 ?
 
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Yes, .83333333 will remain the same as it is a decimal representation of the fraction 5/6, which is a fixed value. The numerical representation may change depending on the units used (e.g. 40 meters and 48 seconds), but the underlying value will remain constant. This concept is known as a constant or invariant quantity in mathematics and science.
 

1. Does .83333333 stay the same?

Yes, .83333333 is a constant value and will not change unless it is manipulated by an external force.

2. Is .83333333 a rational number?

Yes, .83333333 is a rational number because it can be expressed as a fraction of two integers (5/6).

3. Is .83333333 a repeating decimal?

Yes, .83333333 is a repeating decimal because the number 3 repeats infinitely after the decimal point.

4. Can .83333333 be rounded to a whole number?

Yes, .83333333 can be rounded to 1, which is the nearest whole number.

5. Why is .83333333 used instead of 5/6?

.83333333 is a decimal representation of 5/6 and is often used for convenience in calculations and comparisons.

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