how do i convert a fraction to a deciaml??
a) -2 2/5
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Divide the numerator of the fraction by the denominator
To convert a fraction to a decimal, you divide the numerator (the top number) by the denominator (the bottom number).
Let's take the fraction -2 2/5 as an example. First, we need to convert the mixed number into an improper fraction.
To do that, multiply the whole number (-2) by the denominator (5) and add the numerator (2):
-2 * 5 + 2 = -10 + 2 = -8
So, -2 2/5 can be converted to an improper fraction as -8/5.
Next, divide the numerator (-8) by the denominator (5):
-8 ÷ 5 = -1.6
Therefore, the fraction -2 2/5 can be expressed as a decimal -1.6.