Question

What should be added to 48.02 to get 50?

• A. 1.98
• B. 0.98
• C. 98.02
• D. 98.08

Answer 1

The correct option is A

1.98

We use the equivalent decimal of 50 with two decimal places as 48.02 has two decimal places.

$\therefore$ We now find 50.00 - 48.02.

$50.00-\underset{–}{48.02}1.98$

$\therefore$ 1.98 is to be added to 48.02 to get 50.