Percent to Fraction Converter
Convert any percentage to its simplest fraction form and decimal equivalent — with step-by-step working shown for every conversion.
Common conversions: 25% = 1/4 | 50% = 1/2 | 75% = 3/4 | 33.33% ≈ 1/3 | 12.5% = 1/8 | 20% = 1/5
What Does This Tool Do?
Convert any percentage to its simplest fraction by dividing by 100 and reducing using GCD. Includes a quick-reference table of the most common percentage-to-fraction conversions.
Key Features
Auto-Simplified
Result reduced to lowest terms using GCD.
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Updates as you type.
Reference Table
Common conversions shown below the tool.
Steps Shown
Full working displayed.
How to Use
- Enter any percentage (including decimals like 37.5).
- The fraction and decimal appear instantly.
- Read the working to understand the simplification.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you convert a percent to a fraction?▾
Write the percent over 100, then simplify: e.g. 75% = 75/100. Find the GCD of 75 and 100 (= 25), divide both: 3/4.
What is 37.5% as a fraction?▾
37.5/100 = 375/1000. GCD(375, 1000) = 125 → 3/8.
What is 33.33% as a fraction?▾
33.33% ≈ 1/3 (exactly 33.333…%). The repeating decimal means it can only be approximated as a finite fraction.