2. Converting Fractions to Decimals

3. 1.Arrange the numerator as the dividend and the denominator as the divisor. 4 3 ) ) DIVISOR DIVIDEND 3 3 4 4 NUMERATOR DENOMINATOR Example: Convert 3/4 ounce to a decimal.

4. 2.If the divisor is greater than the dividend, add a decimal point and a zero to the right of the dividend. Example: Convert 3/4 ounce to a decimal. 4 3.00 ) )

5. Example: Convert 3/4 ounce to a decimal. 3.Divide the numerator by the denominator, adding zeros as necessary. Place a decimal point in the quotient above the decimal point in the dividend. 4 3.00 ) ) 0.75 28 20 0 0 DECIMAL POINT IN SAME PLACE QUOTIENT

6. Answer: 0.75 ounces Example: Convert 3/4 ounce to a decimal.