How do I convert improper fractions into decimals?
just divide, as with any fraction.
18/5 = 3.6
20/3 = 6.3
It just means that the value left of the decimal point will be greater than 0.
Divide the numerator by the denominator.
25/4 = 6.25
small oops: 20/3 = 6.6
ask your mom
To convert an improper fraction into a decimal, you can either perform long division or use a calculator. Here's a step-by-step breakdown of the process:
1. Start by dividing the numerator (the top number) by the denominator (the bottom number). For instance, let's convert the improper fraction 7/2 into a decimal.
7 ÷ 2 = 3.5
2. The result you obtained, 3.5, is a decimal. This means that the improper fraction 7/2 can be expressed as a decimal value of 3.5.
If the result of the division is a terminating decimal (has a finite number of digits after the decimal point), you can simply write down the final result. However, if the result is a repeating decimal (has a pattern of repeating digits after the decimal point), it's advised to round off the decimal after a certain number of decimal places depending on the required precision.
Alternatively, you can use a calculator to directly divide the numerator by the denominator and obtain the decimal value. Most calculators have a division button (/), allowing you to input the numerator, press /, and then input the denominator to get the decimal result.