alleryWhat is the dot in 25.9703 called?
ADecimal separator
BRepeat bar sign
CFraction numerator
DRoot radical sign
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Decimal separator
1. In 25.9703 the dot splits 25 from 9703.
2. That symbol is the decimal separator.
3. A vinculum is a repeat bar, a numerator is a fraction part, and a radical is a root sign.
_Source: Wikipedia, Decimal, lead section_
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