5/12 as a Decimal
The fraction 5/12 written as a decimal.
5/12 as a decimal
0.416667…
= 41.6667% · repeating decimal
How it works
To turn a fraction into a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator: 5 ÷ 12 = 0.416667….
Because 12 has a prime factor other than 2 or 5, the division never ends, so 5/12 is a repeating decimal (rounded above).
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Frequently asked questions
What is 5/12 as a decimal?+
5/12 as a decimal is 0.416667…. It is a repeating decimal, found by dividing 5 by 12.
How do you turn 5/12 into a decimal?+
Divide the numerator by the denominator: 5 ÷ 12 = 0.416667…. A fraction gives a terminating decimal when the denominator's only prime factors are 2 and 5, and a repeating decimal otherwise.