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4–8 Writing Fractions as DecimalsMAIN IDEA• Write fractions asdecimals.EXAMPLES Write Fractions as DecimalsWrite each fraction as a decimal.7_10Since the denominator is 10, write _ 7 as a decimal.107_ = Read 0.7 as seven tenths.101_4Since 4 is a factor of 100, write an equivalent fraction with adenominator of 100.× 251_4 =Since 4 × 25 = 100, multiply the numeratorand denominator by 25.× 25= Read 0.25 as twenty-fi ve hundredths.ORGANIZE ITSummarize the processfor writing a fractionas a decimal under theFractions tab of yourFoldable.® 3_8METHOD 1 Use paper and pencil.3_88 3.000___ − 2460___ − 5640___ − 400METHOD 2 Use a calculator.3 8 ENTER 0.375Therefore, 3 _8 =Place the decimal point directlyabove the decimal point after 3.To divide 3 by 8, place adecimal point after 3 and annexas many zeros as necessary tocomplete the division.Copyright © Glencoe/McGraw-Hill, a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.104 Math Connects, Course 1