1/20 as a Decimal and Percent

1/20 = 0.05 = 5%

1/20 as a decimal is 0.05.

How to convert 1/20 to a decimal

Divide the numerator by the denominator: 1 ÷ 20 = 0.05. With long division:

DivideResult digitRemainder
1 ÷ 2001
10 ÷ 20010
100 ÷ 2050

As a percentage

Multiply the decimal by 100: 0.05 × 100 = 5%.

1/20 in other forms

Decimal
0.05
Percent
5%
Simplest form
1/20 (already in lowest terms)
Reciprocal
20/1 = 20
Ratio
1:20

Equivalent fractions

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2/200.1
3/200.15
4/200.2

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Frequently asked questions

What is 1/20 as a decimal?

1/20 = 0.05.

What is 1/20 as a percent?

1/20 = 5%.