Scroll down for the steps to convert 88/79 as decimal 1.11392
Without the convenience of the fraction to decimal converter, let’s not forget the importance of being able to convert 88/79 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 88/79 as a decimal:
88/79 = 88÷79 = 1.11392
You can also see the reverse conversion I.e. how decimal 1.11392 is converted into a fraction.