Percentage to Fraction / Decimal Converter

Convert any percentage into a decimal and simplified fraction — fast, easy, and with clear steps.

Percentage to Fraction / Decimal

Percentage (%):

How It Works

Decimal: Divide by 100
Fraction: Write as % ÷ 100, then simplify

Example: 75% → 75 ÷ 100 = 0.75 = 3/4

Examples

Example 1:

Input: 50%

Decimal: 0.5 | Fraction: 1/2

Example 2:

Input: 12.5%

Decimal: 0.125 | Fraction: 1/8

Example 3:

Input: 200%

Decimal: 2 | Fraction: 2/1

Example 4:

Input: 66.67%

Decimal: 0.6667 | Fraction (approx): 2/3

What Is a Percentage?

A percentage expresses a number as a part of 100. For example, 50% means 50 out of 100 — or half. Percentages are everywhere: in grades, sales, tips, interest rates, and more.

Why Convert Percentages?

To use in equations, finance, or code as decimals
To show exact values for measurements as fractions
To simplify **ratios** and **comparisons**
To better understand percentage relationships visually or numerically

Common Use Cases

Shopping: 25% off = 0.25 or 1/4 discount
Business: 80% completion = 0.8 or 4/5 progress
Education: Scoring 90% = 0.9 = 9/10

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert 125% to a fraction?

125 ÷ 100 = 1.25 → Fraction: 5/4

What is 0.2 as a percentage?

0.2 × 100 = 20%

What’s the easiest way to simplify a fraction?

Divide both top and bottom by their greatest common divisor (GCD).