Converting Fractions to Decimals: Step-by-Step Example
22 October 2026
Helping your child understand how to change a fraction into a decimal is a key skill for 11+ maths. This clear example shows exactly what to do, step by step, so you can work through it together with confidence.
Worked example
Question: Convert the fraction 3/4 to a decimal.
Step 1: 3/4 means 3 divided by 4.
Step 2: Divide 3 by 4. 3 ÷ 4 = 0.75
Key insight: To turn a fraction into a decimal, divide the top number by the bottom number.
The correct answer is 0.75.
Now your child can spot when a fraction can be written as a decimal and knows the process to do it. They are ready to practise more questions just like this.
