Fraction to Decimal Converter | Convert Fractions to Decimal Numbers

Convert any fraction to a decimal number with our free online calculator. Get decimal equivalents, percentages, and step-by-step explanations for fraction to decimal conversion.

Convert Fraction to Decimal

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Common Fraction to Decimal Conversions

1/2 = 0.5

(one half)

1/4 = 0.25

(one quarter)

3/4 = 0.75

(three quarters)

1/3 = 0.333

(one third)

2/3 = 0.667

(two thirds)

1/5 = 0.2

(one fifth)

2/5 = 0.4

(two fifths)

3/5 = 0.6

(three fifths)

4/5 = 0.8

(four fifths)

1/8 = 0.125

(one eighth)

3/8 = 0.375

(three eighths)

5/8 = 0.625

(five eighths)

7/8 = 0.875

(seven eighths)

How to Convert Fractions to Decimals

Method 1: Division

1. Divide the numerator by the denominator
2. Perform long division if needed
3. Round to desired decimal places
4. Check if decimal repeats

Method 2: Calculator Method

1. Enter the numerator
2. Divide by the denominator
3. Use the decimal button if needed
4. Convert to percentage by multiplying by 100

Example Conversions

Fraction	Division Steps	Decimal	Percentage
1/2	1 ÷ 2 = 0.5	0.5	50%
1/3	1 ÷ 3 = 0.333...	0.333...	33.33%
3/4	3 ÷ 4 = 0.75	0.75	75%

Tips and Special Cases

Terminating Decimals

These fractions result in exact decimal values (e.g., 1/2 = 0.5, 3/4 = 0.75)

Repeating Decimals

Some fractions result in repeating decimals (e.g., 1/3 = 0.333..., 2/3 = 0.666...)

Mixed Numbers

Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions first (e.g., 1 1/2 = 3/2 = 1.5)

Common Applications

Academic Uses

• Mathematics and calculations
• Grade calculations
• Scientific measurements
• Statistical analysis

Real-World Uses

• Financial calculations
• Construction measurements
• Cooking and recipes
• Sports statistics