Scroll down for the steps to convert 488/1000 as decimal 0.488
Without the convenience of the fraction to decimal converter, let’s not forget the importance of being able to convert 488/1000 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 488/1000 as a decimal:
488/1000 = 488÷1000 = 0.488
You can also see the reverse conversion I.e. how decimal 0.488 is converted into a fraction.