How do you convert the fraction 5 3/8 into a decimal?

To convert the mixed number 5 3/8 into a decimal, you can follow these simple steps:

1. First, convert the mixed number into an improper fraction. In the case of 5 3/8, you start by multiplying the whole number 5 by the denominator 8:
2. 5 × 8 = 40
3. Next, add the numerator 3 to this product:
4. 40 + 3 = 43
5. Now, you have the improper fraction 43/8.

Next, to convert this fraction into a decimal, you need to divide the numerator by the denominator:

1. 43 ÷ 8 = 5.375

So, the decimal equivalent of the mixed number 5 3/8 is 5.375.

In summary, the conversion process consists of:

• Converting the mixed number to an improper fraction.
• Dividing the numerator by the denominator.

Now, you can confidently express the number 5 3/8 as a decimal: it is 5.375.