๐Ÿ”„ Decimal to Fraction Calculator

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How to Convert Decimal to Fraction

Converting a decimal to a fraction involves finding the equivalent fraction and simplifying it. Every terminating decimal can be expressed as a fraction with a power of 10 in the denominator.

Conversion Steps

  1. Write the decimal as a fraction over 1 (e.g., 0.75 / 1)
  2. Multiply numerator and denominator to remove the decimal point (0.75 โ†’ 75/100)
  3. Find the GCD of numerator and denominator
  4. Divide both by GCD to simplify (75/100 รท 25 = 3/4)
0.75 = 75/100 = 3/4   |   0.333... = 1/3   |   0.5 = 1/2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 0.5 as a fraction? โ–ผ
0.5 as a fraction is 1/2. This is because 0.5 = 5/10, and simplified by dividing both by 5 gives 1/2.
What is 0.75 as a fraction? โ–ผ
0.75 = 75/100 = 3/4 when simplified by dividing both by 25.
Can repeating decimals be converted to fractions? โ–ผ
Yes! Repeating decimals like 0.333... = 1/3 and 0.666... = 2/3. Our calculator handles common repeating decimals.