Scroll down for the steps to convert 36/216 as decimal 0.16667
Without the convenience of the fraction to decimal converter, let’s not forget the importance of being able to convert 36/216 as a decimal on paper.
Fractions are made up of two parts. The numerator (upper part) and the denominator (lower part) a/b.
The line which separates the numerator and denominator can be replaced with the division symbol (÷).
To convert a fraction to a decimal we divide the numerator by the denominator a÷b
Keep in mind, if either or both have long digits the division may get a little complicated.
Here is the math for converting 36/216 as a decimal:
36/216 = 36÷216 = 0.16667
You can also see the reverse conversion I.e. how decimal 0.16667 is converted into a fraction.