5/9 as a Decimal
The fraction 5/9 written as a decimal.
5/9 as a decimal
0.555556…
= 55.5556% · repeating decimal
How it works
To turn a fraction into a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator: 5 ÷ 9 = 0.555556….
Because 9 has a prime factor other than 2 or 5, the division never ends, so 5/9 is a repeating decimal (rounded above).
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Frequently asked questions
What is 5/9 as a decimal?+
5/9 as a decimal is 0.555556…. It is a repeating decimal, found by dividing 5 by 9.
How do you turn 5/9 into a decimal?+
Divide the numerator by the denominator: 5 ÷ 9 = 0.555556…. A fraction gives a terminating decimal when the denominator's only prime factors are 2 and 5, and a repeating decimal otherwise.