Question

social security number:
multiple choice. choose the one alternative that best com

1. in the number 123.456, the 5 represents

a. 5 thousandths
b. 5 hundredths
c. 5 tenths
d. 5 ones

Explanation:

Step1: Recall decimal place - value

In a decimal number, the first digit after the decimal point is tenths, the second is hundredths, and the third is thousandths.

Step2: Identify the place - value of 5 in 123.456

In 123.456, the 5 is the second digit after the decimal point.

Answer:

B. 5 hundredths