Math tutorial for converting an angle from DMS form to decimal degree form

Math tutorial for converting an angle from DMS form to decimal degree form

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Mathematics, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to convert DDMS (Degrees, Minutes, Seconds) into degree decimal form. It covers the concept of conversion ratios, showing that 1 degree equals 60 minutes or 3600 seconds. The tutorial emphasizes the equivalence of different units and demonstrates how to calculate degree decimal form using a practical example. The final result is rounded based on the context of the question.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the equivalent of 1 degree in seconds?

60 seconds

600 seconds

3600 seconds

360 seconds

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many minutes are there in one degree?

60 minutes

30 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between degrees and minutes?

Their shape

Their color

Their units

Their numerical value

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the conversion process, what is the decimal value of 45 minutes out of 60?

0.60

0.45

0.90

0.75

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final degree decimal form of 45 minutes and 18 seconds?

18.755

18.750

18.700

18.800