fleet automation approximately 66% ( 66 % ) of our residential routes have been converted to automated single driver trucks .
by converting our residential routes to automated service , we reduce labor costs , improve driver productivity and create a safer work environment for our employees .
additionally , communities using automated vehicles have higher participation rates in recycling programs , thereby complementing our initiative to expand our recycling capabilities .
fleet conversion to compressed natural gas ( cng ) approximately 12% ( 12 % ) of our fleet operates on natural gas .
we expect to continue our gradual fleet conversion to cng , our preferred alternative fuel technology , as part of our ordinary annual fleet replacement process .
we believe a gradual fleet conversion is most prudent to realize the full value of our previous fleet investments .
approximately 50% ( 50 % ) of our replacement vehicle purchases during 2013 were cng vehicles .
we believe using cng vehicles provides us a competitive advantage in communities with strict clean emission objectives or initiatives that focus on protecting the environment .
although upfront costs are higher , we expect that using natural gas will reduce our overall fleet operating costs through lower fuel expenses .
standardized maintenance based on an industry trade publication , we operate the eighth largest vocational fleet in the united states .
as of december 31 , 2013 , our average fleet age in years , by line of business , was as follows : approximate number of vehicles average age .

Approximate Number of Vehicles
Average Age
Residential
7,600
7
Commercial
4,300
6
Industrial
3,600
9
Total
15,500
7

through standardization of core functions , we believe we can minimize variability in our maintenance processes resulting in higher vehicle quality while extending the service life of our fleet .
we believe operating a more reliable , safer and efficient fleet will lower our operating costs .
we have completed implementation of standardized maintenance programs for approximately 45% ( 45 % ) of our fleet maintenance operations as of december 31 , 2013 .
cash utilization strategy key components of our cash utilization strategy include increasing free cash flow and improving our return on invested capital .
our definition of free cash flow , which is not a measure determined in accordance with united states generally accepted accounting principles ( u.s .
gaap ) , is cash provided by operating activities less purchases of property and equipment , plus proceeds from sales of property and equipment as presented in our consolidated statements of cash flows .
for a discussion and reconciliation of free cash flow , you should read the 201cfree cash flow 201d section of our management 2019s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations contained in item 7 of this form 10-k .
we believe free cash flow drives shareholder value and provides useful information regarding the recurring cash provided by our operations .
free cash flow also demonstrates our ability to execute our cash utilization strategy , which includes investments in acquisitions and returning a majority of free cash flow to our shareholders through dividends and share repurchases .
we are committed to an efficient capital structure and maintaining our investment grade rating .
we manage our free cash flow by ensuring that capital expenditures and operating asset levels are appropriate in light of our existing business and growth opportunities , as well as by closely managing our working capital , which consists primarily of accounts receivable , accounts payable , and accrued landfill and environmental costs. .

Question: Analyse this data from a financial earnings document. as of december 31 , 2013 what was the ratio of the number of vehicles for the residential to the industrial
Choices:
0.00167
2.11111
-2.11111
0.47368
37.81095
Correct choice index: 1