13mm as a Fraction

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Measurements can be expressed in various forms. Fractions are one such form, typically represented as p/q, where p is the numerator and q is the denominator. Fractions represent a whole and a part of a whole. Measurements, such as millimeters, can also be expressed in fractional form. We will learn how to express 13mm as a fraction of a meter.

What is 13mm as a Fraction of a Meter?

$13mm as a fraction$ Answer

The answer for 13mm as a fraction of a meter is 13/1000.

Explanation

Converting millimeters to a fraction of a meter is a straightforward task. Follow the steps below to find the answer.

Step 1: Understand that 1 meter equals 1000 millimeters. Therefore, any measurement in millimeters can be expressed as a fraction with 1000 as the denominator.

Step 2: Here, 13mm is the measurement. To convert it into a fraction of a meter, use 13 as the numerator and 1000 as the denominator. Thus, 13mm becomes 13/1000.

Thus, 13mm can be written as a fraction of a meter as 13/1000.

Important Glossaries for 13mm as a Fraction

Fraction: A numerical expression representing a part of a whole, typically in the form of p/q.
Millimeter: A unit of length in the metric system, equal to one thousandth of a meter.
Meter: The base unit of length in the metric system.
Numerator: The top part of a fraction, indicating how many parts of the whole are being considered.
Denominator: The bottom part of a fraction, showing how many parts make up a whole.