17. be precise is 9.373 a repeating decimal? is it rational? explain your reasoning.

Explanation:

Step1: Define repeating decimal

A repeating decimal has a digit or group of digits that repeat infinitely. 9.373 has no repeating pattern.

Step2: Define rational number

A rational number can be written as $\frac{a}{b}$ where $a,b$ are integers and $b\neq0$. 9.373 can be written as $\frac{9373}{1000}$.

Answer:

9.373 is not a repeating decimal. It is a rational number because it can be written as the fraction $\frac{9373}{1000}$.