Scroll down for the steps to convert -488/100 as decimal -4.88
Without the convenience of the fraction to decimal converter, let’s not forget the importance of being able to convert -488/100 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 -488/100 as a decimal:
-488/100 = -488÷100 = -4.88
You can also see the reverse conversion I.e. how decimal -4.88 is converted into a fraction.