Converting an angle in minutes and seconds to degree form - Math help online

The video tutorial explains how to convert degree measurements into decimal form by breaking down degrees into smaller units of minutes and seconds. It compares these units to familiar measurement systems like meters and centimeters or feet and inches. The tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on converting degrees and minutes into a decimal approximation, using examples to illustrate the process. It also covers the calculation of angles using minutes and seconds, emphasizing the importance of understanding these smaller units for precise measurements.

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