Converting to MP3 files

I've always preferred the MP3 format for my music, but upon downloading the latest version of iTunes (9.1) I am no longer able to change my purchased music to the MP3 format. Am I not looking in the right place or did they take away this feature? In previous versions of iTunes I would simply right click on the file (windows computer) and was given the option to create an MP3. This option is no longer listed in iTunes 9.1. Any Answers?

thank you - I believe it worked, however I am having trouble with the implementation.
It creates a duplicate version of the song encoded in MP3 which I can find by using a search. However, I was trying to convert a single playlist and then burn to disc, this way I have to manually look up each song, and create a new playlist.
Is there a shortcut which will put the new MP# version in a specific playlist?
Thanks

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