Fraction ⟷ Decimal Calculator
Convert between fractions and decimals, simplify fractions, and understand the conversion process with step-by-step explanations.
How to Convert Fractions to Decimals
Method 1: Division
Divide the numerator by the denominator
Example: 3/4 = 3 ÷ 4 = 0.75
Method 2: Decimal Places
1. Divide and note the decimal places
2. Look for patterns in repeating decimals
Example: 1/3 = 0.333... (repeating)
Converting Decimals to Fractions
For Terminating Decimals:
1. Multiply by powers of 10 to remove decimal
2. Write as a fraction over that power of 10
3. Simplify if possible
Example: 0.75 = 75/100 = 3/4
For Repeating Decimals:
1. Identify the repeating part
2. Use algebraic method to convert
Example: 0.333... = 1/3
Common Fraction-Decimal Equivalents
1/2 = 0.5
1/4 = 0.25
3/4 = 0.75
1/3 = 0.333...
2/3 = 0.666...
1/5 = 0.2
1/8 = 0.125
1/10 = 0.1
Note: Some fractions result in repeating decimals (indicated by ...)