Guide
Common Fraction to Decimal Conversions (Chart)
Some fraction-to-decimal conversions come up so often it helps to know them by heart — here's a reference chart.
Some fraction-to-decimal conversions come up so often it helps to know them by heart — here's a reference chart.
How to use this chart
Find the fraction on the left and read its decimal value on the right. These are the conversions that appear most often in measurement, money and schoolwork.
| Fraction | Decimal |
|---|---|
| 1/2 | 0.5 |
| 1/3 | 0.333... |
| 2/3 | 0.666... |
| 1/4 | 0.25 |
| 3/4 | 0.75 |
| 1/5 | 0.2 |
| 1/8 | 0.125 |
| 3/8 | 0.375 |
| 5/8 | 0.625 |
| 7/8 | 0.875 |
| 1/10 | 0.1 |
| 1/16 | 0.0625 |
To convert any fraction not on the chart, just divide the numerator by the denominator. For example 5/16 = 5 ÷ 16 = 0.3125.
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Frequently asked
What is 5/8 as a decimal?
5/8 = 5 ÷ 8 = 0.625.
How do you convert any fraction to a decimal?
Divide the numerator by the denominator. For example 3/8 = 3 ÷ 8 = 0.375.
What is 1/16 as a decimal?
1/16 = 0.0625.