Problem 570

Write 42^{\circ} {15}'{5}'' using decimal degrees. Round your answer to the nearest thousandth.

 

Solution:-

Convert the minutes and seconds using the following ratios: \frac{1}{60} and\frac{1}{3600} , respectively. Then write your answer as a decimal rounded to the nearest thousandth.

42.251°

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