What is 1/5 as a Decimal? (Answer: 0.2)

Exact Answer

1/5 = 0.2

Simplified Fraction

1/5

Mixed Number

Proper (1/5)

Decimal Value

0.2

Percentage

20%

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Step-by-Step Solution: 1/5 = 0.2

Step 1

Understand the Fraction as Division

Every fraction represents a division problem where the numerator (1) is divided by the denominator (5).

1/5 = 1 ÷ 5

Step 2

Perform the Division

Divide 1 by 5 using long division or a calculator: 1 ÷ 5 = 0.2.

1 ÷ 5 = 0.2

Visual Representation

The diagram below illustrates 1/5 as a decimal visually:

Summary & Alternative Representations

Property / Format	Value
Lowest Terms Fraction	`1/5`
Mixed Number Form	`1/5`
Decimal Form	`0.2`
Percentage	`20%`

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you write 1/5 as a decimal?

To convert 1/5 to a decimal, divide the numerator (1) by the denominator (5), which equals 0.2.

What is 1/5 as a percentage?

Multiply the decimal value 0.2 by 100 to get 20%.

What is 1/5 in simplest fraction form?

1/5 simplified to lowest terms is 1/5.