2.3 as a Fraction

Learn how to convert the decimal number 2.3 to a fraction. We'll show you the answer and walk through the conversion process step by step.

Answer:

2.3 = 2 ³/₁₀ or ²³/₁₀

2.3 as a fraction is 23/10 or 2 3/10 (mixed number)

Follow these steps to convert 2.3 to a fraction:

Step 1

Start by writing 2.3 as a fraction with 1 as the denominator:

2.3 = 2.3/1

Step 2

Since there are 1 digit(s) after the decimal point, multiply both numerator and denominator by 10:

(2.3 × 10) / (1 × 10) = 23/10

Step 3

Since 23/10 is an improper fraction (numerator is larger than denominator), we can convert it to a mixed number:

23 ÷ 10 = 2 remainder 3, so 23/10 = 2 3/10

Final Answer: 2.3 = 2 3/10 (mixed number) or 23/10 (improper fraction)