1. What is Fraction to Decimal Conversion?

Fraction to decimal conversion is the process of converting a fractional number (a/b) to its decimal equivalent by dividing the numerator (a) by the denominator (b). This is useful in many mathematical and real-world applications where decimal numbers are preferred.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple division formula:

Where:

• \( a \) — Numerator (the top number in the fraction)
• \( b \) — Denominator (the bottom number in the fraction)

Explanation: The calculator simply divides the numerator by the denominator to get the decimal equivalent. For example, 3/4 = 0.75.

3. Importance of Fraction Conversion

Details: Converting fractions to decimals is important for easier calculations, comparisons, and in applications where decimal format is standard (like most calculators and computer systems).

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter any valid numerator and denominator (denominator cannot be zero). The calculator will automatically compute the decimal equivalent.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if I enter 0 as denominator?
A: Division by zero is undefined. The calculator will prevent this by requiring denominator to be non-zero.

Q2: How many decimal places are shown?
A: The calculator shows up to 6 decimal places for precision.

Q3: Can I convert mixed numbers?
A: For mixed numbers (like 2 1/2), first convert to improper fraction (5/2) then enter numerator and denominator separately.

Q4: What about repeating decimals?
A: The calculator shows the approximate decimal value. For exact repeating decimals (like 1/3 = 0.333...), it will show 0.333333.

Q5: Can I enter negative numbers?
A: Yes, you can enter negative numbers for either numerator or denominator (but not both for a positive result).