Math Problem Statement

Write the angle in degrees and minutes. 58.45 degrees Question content area bottom Part 1 58.45 degreesequalsnothing degrees

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​(Simplify your answers. Round to the nearest minute as​ needed.)

Solution

To express the angle 58.4558.45^\circ in degrees and minutes, follow these steps:

  1. The integer part, 5858, is the number of degrees.
  2. To find the number of minutes, multiply the decimal part 0.450.45 by 60: 0.45×60=27minutes.0.45 \times 60 = 27 \, \text{minutes}.

Final Answer:

58.45=582758.45^\circ = 58^\circ 27'

Let me know if you'd like further clarification! Here are some additional questions for exploration:

  1. What are the steps for converting decimal degrees into degrees, minutes, and seconds?
  2. How would 58.7558.75^\circ convert to degrees and minutes?
  3. How do you convert back from degrees and minutes to decimal degrees?
  4. What is the smallest value of a decimal degree that corresponds to 1 minute?
  5. How would this conversion apply in real-world contexts, such as navigation or geography?

Tip: Remember, 1 degree equals 60 minutes, so converting between them is straightforward with multiplication or division!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Angle Conversion
Decimal Degrees to Degrees and Minutes

Formulas

Decimal degrees = Degrees + (Decimal Part × 60) minutes

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8