Decimals ↔ Convert fractions
Easily convert decimals to fractions and fractions to decimals. Enter a value and get the result immediately, including an explanation.
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Convert decimal to fraction
You can convert a decimal number to a fraction by placing the number without a decimal point over a power of 10 and then simplifying.
Example
0.75 = 75/100 = 3/4
Convert fraction to decimal
You convert a fraction to a decimal by dividing the numerator by the denominator.
Example
3 ÷ 4 = 0.75
When do you use this conversion?
- With math problems
- For percentage calculations
- In financial calculations
- In statistics and data analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we simplify the fraction?
A simplified fraction is clearer and is used by default in mathematics.
Can a fraction become an infinite decimal?
Yes, some fractions like 1/3 result in a repeating decimal.