Fraction ↔ Decimal Converter

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Enter a fraction (like 3/4) to get the decimal, percentage, and simplified form. Or enter a decimal to find the nearest fraction. Supports mixed numbers.

Fraction

Supports simple fractions 3/4 and mixed numbers 2 3/4

Decimal0.75

Percentage75%

Simplified3/4

Already in simplest form
GCD(3, 4) = 1. No common factors.

Works great for

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Students converting fractions

Convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions for homework and exams. Get simplified fraction results instantly without long division or rounding errors.

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Bakers scaling recipes

Convert fractional cup and tablespoon measurements to decimals when scaling recipes up or down. Easily express ¾ cup as 0.75 for precise kitchen scale measurements.

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Carpenters & woodworkers

Convert fractional inch measurements like 3/16 or 7/32 to decimal equivalents for digital calipers and CNC machines. Essential for translating imperial blueprint dimensions to machining coordinates.

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Teachers creating worksheets

Generate fraction-to-decimal pairs for math practice problems and quizzes. Quickly verify answers and create a variety of conversion examples across different denominators.

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Finance professionals

Convert fractional interest rates and bond yields to decimal form for spreadsheet calculations. Translating rates like 3/8 percent to 0.00375 ensures accurate compound interest computations.

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Engineers converting tolerances

Translate fractional engineering tolerances to decimal form for CAD software and technical specifications. Convert standard fractional drill sizes and fits to precise decimal inch values.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I convert a fraction like 3/4 to a decimal?

Enter the fraction and the decimal value, percentage, and simplified form appear immediately. Mixed numbers, like 1 3/4, are also supported and converted the same way.

Can this tool convert a decimal back into a fraction?

Yes. Enter a decimal value and the tool finds the nearest matching fraction along with its simplified form, useful for checking measurements expressed as decimals.

Is there a limit on how precise the fraction conversion is?

The converter shows exact decimal and percentage values for the fraction entered and simplifies fractions to their lowest terms, which covers standard precision needs for everyday and cooking calculations.

Why would I need to convert fractions for cooking measurements?

Recipes often mix fractional measurements like 1/3 cup with decimal scaling when adjusting batch sizes, so converting between the two formats helps you measure ingredients accurately when resizing a recipe.