How to Convert Decimals to Whole Numbers Through Division

Converting from a decimal to a whole number is a simple math exercise This involves converting the decimal into a fraction. First you multiply to convert the decimal to a whole number. Then you divide to reduce the whole number to a smaller whole number. You do this multiple times until you obtain a reduced fraction. When you divide this fraction, the result will equal the original decimal.

Instructions

1. Write out the decimal, such as 0.375. Count the numbers to the right of the decimal point.

2. Multiply 0.375 by 1,000 for a result of 375. Multiply the number "1" by 1,000 for a result of 1,000.

3. Write down the fraction 375/1,000.

4. Simply the fraction, dividing by a number you can divide into both 375 and 1,000, with a whole number as a result -- for example, 25.

5. Divide 375 by 25 for a result of 15. Divide 1,000 by 25 for a result of 40. Simply the fraction again, dividing both numbers by 5. The result is 3/8.

Tips & Warnings

• Divide any decimal by itself to obtain the whole number "1."

References

• Maths Is Fun: Convert Decimals to Fractions