What is a fraction to decimal calculator?

A fraction to decimal calculator is a tool that converts fractions, including mixed numbers, into decimal values by dividing the numerator by the denominator.

How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator. For example, 3 divided by 4 equals 0.75.

Can this calculator convert mixed numbers?

Yes. This calculator converts mixed numbers such as 2 1/4 by first converting them into improper fractions and then calculating the decimal value.

Does this calculator round decimals?

Yes. You can choose automatic rounding or specify the number of decimal places to display.

Can I convert fractions to percentages?

Yes. The calculator can display the decimal result as a percentage by multiplying the decimal value by 100.

Is this fraction to decimal calculator free to use?

Yes. This fraction to decimal calculator is completely free and can be used as often as needed.

Fraction to Decimal Calculator.

Use this fraction-to-decimal calculator to quickly convert fractions to decimal numbers. The calculator supports simple fractions, improper fractions, and mixed numbers, and shows the decimal result instantly.
You can also control rounding and choose to display the decimal as a percentage if required.

Use Our Fraction to Decimal Calculator

Use this fraction to decimal calculator to convert fractions (including mixed numbers) into decimals. Enter a fraction like 3/8 or a mixed number like 2 1/4, then view the decimal result instantly.

Fraction to Decimal Calculator

Fraction (e.g., 3/8 or 2 1/4)

Supported formats: a/b, -a/b, c a/b, -c a/b

Round to

Output mode

Decimal

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What Is a Fraction?

A fraction represents part of a whole and is written as one number divided by another, such as:

1/2
3/8
7/4

A fraction consists of:

A numerator (top number)
A denominator (bottom number)

What Is a Decimal?

A decimal is another way of representing the same value using a base-10 number system. For example:

1/2 = 0.5
3/8 = 0.375
7/4 = 1.75

Decimals are often easier to use in calculations, measurements, and percentages.

How to Convert a Fraction to a Decimal with our Online Calculator

To convert a fraction to a decimal:

Divide the numerator by the denominator
The result is the decimal equivalent

For example:

3 ÷ 8 = 0.375
7 ÷ 4 = 1.75

This calculator performs the division automatically and displays the result instantly.

Converting Mixed Numbers to Decimals

A mixed number contains a whole number and a fraction, such as:

2 1/4
3 3/5

To convert a mixed number:

Convert it to an improper fraction
Divide the numerator by the denominator

This calculator handles mixed numbers automatically.

Rounding Decimals

Sometimes you may need to round a decimal to a specific number of decimal places. This calculator allows you to:

Automatically trim unnecessary zeros
Round to a fixed number of decimal places
Display high-precision results

Rounding is useful for homework, measurements, and financial calculations.

Converting Fractions to Percentages

If you choose Decimal + Percent output, the calculator also converts the decimal into a percentage.

To convert a decimal to a percentage:

Multiply the decimal by 100

For example:

0.75 = 75%
0.125 = 12.5%

Common Uses for a Fraction to Decimal Calculator

This calculator is useful for:

Maths homework and revision
Exams and test preparation
Converting measurements
Engineering and technical calculations
Financial and percentage calculations

It provides a fast and reliable way to check your work.

Important Note

This fraction-to-decimal calculator provides exact or rounded numerical results based on your chosen settings. Always confirm rounding requirements if precision is important.

Additional Calculator resources:
Percentage Calculator
Percentage Increase/Decrease Calculator