1. ## Fractions as Decimals

I have 2 questions I need help with for my daughter.
How do you find the square root of a fraction and
how do you change a fraction into a decimal. I know how to change a simple fraction like 1/4 or 1/5, but i'm having trouble with 1/9, 1/6, 1/7 etc. Any help most appreciated.

2. ## Re

Hi,

The simplest way to do this is with a calculator, as it can be very painful to solve by hand.

Most calculators have a square root key. Use that to find the root of a fraction. If using scientific/graphic calculators, put parenthesis "(" ")" around the fraction, e.g. "(1/4)".

And as for turning fractions into decimals, the easiest way is to divide using your calculator. If the fraction is 2/13, for example, remember that / denotes division. So enter 2 divided by 13 into your calculator and it should spit out .1538...

Ethan

3. Originally Posted by EthanDavis
And as for turning fractions into decimals, the easiest way is to divide using your calculator. If the fraction is 2/13, for example, remember that / denotes division. So enter 2 divided by 13 into your calculator and it should spit out .1538...

Ethan
(sigh) What ever happened to long division...

-Dan

4. ## Re

Heheh... feel free. I'm a fan of quick, easy, and straightforward!