another decimal problem

[Julieapril]

Expess 4.2% as a decimal.

I say the answer is 0.042

the book says it is 42.0

am I wrong and why?

 

[Mrspi]

Expess 4.2% as a decimal.

I say the answer is 0.042

the book says it is 42.0

am I wrong and why?

You are correct. 4.2% written as a decimal is 0.042

 

[jonboy]

Goodness what type of book do you got. :shock: It should be burned. :idea:

 

[Julieapril]

ty

Thank you very much. I knew I was right but needed someone to confirm it.