Explain how to convert a number of months to a fractional part of a year.

Divide the number of months by 

To convert a number of months to a fractional part of a year, you divide the number of months by **12**. This is because there are 12 months in a year, so each month represents \( \frac{1}{12} \) of a year.

### Formula:
\[
\text{Fraction of a year} = \frac{\text{Number of months}}{12}
\]

### Examples:
1. **6 months**:  
   \[
   \text{Fraction of a year} = \frac{6}{12} = 0.5
   \]  
   This is equivalent to half a year.

2. **3 months**:  
   \[
   \text{Fraction of a year} = \frac{3}{12} = 0.25
   \]  
   This represents a quarter of a year.

3. **9 months**:  
   \[
   \text{Fraction of a year} = \frac{9}{12} = 0.75
   \]  
   This is three-quarters of a year.

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**Tip:** Remember, dividing by 12 helps break down any period into a yearly fraction, which is useful for financial calculations like interest rates or project timelines.

Explain how to convert a number of months to a fractional part of a year.

Learn how to convert a number of months into a fractional part of a year with simple examples. This solution breaks down each month as a fraction of 12, helping you understand time conversion and fraction basics. Perfect for students in Grades 6-8.

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