Last updated: March 2, 2026 by Sarah Chen

How to Convert Decimals to Fractions

Formula

To convert a decimal to a fraction, multiply by a power of 10 to clear the decimal, then simplify.

For example, 0.375 = 375/1000 = 3/8 after dividing by GCF 125.

Common use cases:

  • Converting measurement readings
  • Simplifying math expressions
  • Understanding repeating decimals

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Sarah Chen

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Sarah is a Chartered Financial Analyst with over 8 years of experience in investment management and financial modeling. She specializes in retirement planning and compound interest calculations.

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