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You are adding air to a tire. The air pressure in the tire should be [tex]\( 32 \frac{27}{200} \)[/tex] pounds per square inch. What decimal should you watch for on the digital pressure gauge?



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Alright, let's break down and convert the given mixed number [tex]\( 32 \frac{27}{200} \)[/tex] to a decimal step by step.

1. Identify the whole number and the fraction part:
- The whole number is [tex]\( 32 \)[/tex].
- The fractional part is [tex]\( \frac{27}{200} \)[/tex].

2. Convert the fraction to a decimal:
- To convert [tex]\( \frac{27}{200} \)[/tex] to a decimal, you can use long division or a calculator. Dividing 27 by 200 gives [tex]\( 0.135 \)[/tex].

3. Combine the whole number and the decimal:
- Adding the whole number [tex]\( 32 \)[/tex] and the fractional part as a decimal [tex]\( 0.135 \)[/tex] gives [tex]\( 32.135 \)[/tex].

So, when you are watching the digital pressure gauge, you should look for the decimal reading 32.135 pounds per square inch.