1/6 as a decimal

How to count: 1/6 as a decimal

Near 3 minutes to complete

Required Items:

Calculator

0.1667

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Task

We'll turn 1/6 into a decimal. That's our task. Keep calm. You can do this.

1

Set up the Division

Think of 1/6 as 1 ÷ 6. It's simple division. This is the key.

2

Perform the Division

Use a calculator. Input “1 ÷ 6” and press “=”.

3

Note the Result

The answer is 0.1667. That's 1/6 as a decimal.

4

Understand the Outcome

You've done it! You can now convert 1/6 as a decimal.

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Fractions and Decimals

Fractions and decimals are ways to express parts of a whole. They are core to math. You can convert between them. A key skill to have in your toolkit.

The Basics of Conversion

Conversion is changing a number from one form to another. We focus on fraction to decimal. It's not as hard as it seems. It's simple division at its core.

The Fraction 1/6

Our fraction is 1/6. It's a simple fraction. It means one part of six equal parts. Now, we aim to turn it into a decimal.

Setting Up

Think of 1/6 as 1 ÷ 6. We divide the top number (numerator) by the bottom number (denominator). It's simple, it's clean. This is the key to our conversion.

Performing

Next is the actual division. Use a calculator. Input “1 ÷ 6”. Then press “=”. You could do this manually. But a calculator is quicker and more accurate.

The Result

You should see 0.1667. That's your answer. That's 1/6 as a decimal. Elementary, wasn't it?

Understanding the Outcome

Now, you've turned 1/6 into a decimal. You've expanded your math skills. Well done! Math isn't scary. It's logical and simple, step by step.

Wrapping Up