0.375 as a Fraction

Step-by-step explanation of how to convert 0.375 to a fraction.

Result
The decimal converted to a fraction
0.375
3
8

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. 1

    Identify the decimal places

    0.375 has 3 decimal places.
  2. 2

    Multiply by the appropriate power of 10

    0.375 × 103 = 375
  3. 3

    Write as a fraction

    375
    1000
  4. 4

    Simplify the fraction

    Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 375 and 1000

    GCD = 125

    Numerator:

    375 125 = 3

    Denominator:

    1000 125 = 8
  5. 5

    Final result

    The decimal 0.375 as a fraction is:

    3
    8
Decimal Properties
Information about this decimal number
Decimal Value:0.375
Fraction Form:3/8
Decimal Places:3
Whole Number Part:0
Decimal Part:0.375
Simplified By:GCD of 125
Percentage:37.50%
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Practical applications of this decimal value
  • 0.375 is between a quarter and a half of a whole unit.
  • In sports statistics, 0.375 might represent a success rate or completion percentage.
  • In decimal form, 0.375 can be used directly in calculations, while its fraction form 3/8 is often more precise for certain mathematical operations.