To convert the fraction 5/16 into a decimal, you divide the numerator (5) by the denominator (16).
When you perform the division, you get:
5 ÷ 16 = 0.3125
So, 5/16 as a decimal is 0.3125. This decimal represents the same value as the fraction and can be useful in various calculations or when you need a decimal format for measurements or ratios.