Decimal to Fraction Calculator
Convert terminating decimals to fractions in lowest terms, then check the reverse fraction-to-decimal form including repeating cycles.
Examples:
Convert a decimal to a fraction in lowest terms
English search results for this task expect a direct decimal-to-fraction converter with visible steps, reduced fractions, and mixed-number output for values greater than 1.
Count decimal places, write the value over a power of 10, then reduce by the greatest common factor.
- Enter a terminating decimal such as 0.75,.5, 1., or 2.5.
- The calculator removes the decimal point and uses 10, 100, 1000, and so on as the denominator.
- The result is reduced to lowest terms and shown as a mixed number when useful.
Decimal and fraction examples
| Decimal | Fraction | Mixed number |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 1/2 | - |
| 0.75 | 3/4 | - |
| 0.125 | 1/8 | - |
| 1.4 | 7/5 | 1 2/5 |
| 2.5 | 5/2 | 2 1/2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources and References
- Decimal to Fraction CalculatorCalculatorSoup
- Decimal to Fraction CalculatorInch Calculator
- Decimal to Fraction CalculatorOmni Calculator
- FractionWolfram MathWorld
Calculations are based on the listed reference sources. Links open in a new tab.
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