How to convert a fraction to a decimal
Method
Decimal = Numerator ÷ Denominator Example: 4/5 = 4 ÷ 5 = 0.8 Some fractions convert to a decimal that goes on forever (like 1/3 = 0.333..., repeating). This calculator shows up to 10 decimal places, enough to see the pattern for most common fractions, though a genuinely repeating decimal is technically infinite and can't be shown to full exact precision.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert a fraction to a decimal?
Divide the numerator by the denominator. 4/5 = 4 ÷ 5 = 0.8.
What is 1/3 as a decimal?
0.333..., a repeating decimal that goes on forever. This calculator displays up to 10 decimal places.
What is 3/4 as a decimal?
0.75 — a terminating decimal, since 4 divides evenly into a power of 10 after simplification.