Can a ratio contain decimals?
Yes. The calculator scales a limited number of decimal places before simplifying.
Ratio Calculator
Simplify a ratio and calculate an equivalent ratio from a known value.
Calculations happen locally. We do not send your values to our server.
Example
The ratio 16:24 simplifies to 2:3.
Calculation method
Both values are scaled to integers when decimals are present, then divided by their greatest common divisor.
Important notes
The ratio 0:0 is undefined and rejected.
Frequently asked questions
Can one side be zero?
Yes, as long as both sides are not zero.
Is 2:3 the same as 4:6?
Yes. Multiplying both sides by the same non-zero factor gives an equivalent ratio.