If you want to convert a ratio to a decimal number, you are in the right place. This article is for you. Here we will take you through 3 easy and convenient methods on how to convert the ratio to decimal in Excel.
How to Convert Ratio to Decimal in Excel: 3 Methods
Here, we have a dataset of the Ratio of Male to Female Students based on the corresponding Class.
Now, we can convert it into decimals in two easy but handy steps. At first, we have to convert the ratio into a fraction. Then, from fractions, we can get our desired value in decimal.
1. Converting Ratio to Decimal in Excel Using Format Cells OptionÂ
For the first method, we will use the Custom Format Cells option to convert a ratio to decimal in Excel. To do that, please follow the below steps.
- Firstly, select the D5 cell.
- Then insert the following formula, and tap the ENTER key.
<span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>=SUBSTITUTE(C5,":","/")</strong></span>
Here, C5 is the starting cell of the Ratio of Male to Female Students.
This will give us the value in fractional format. Then, we’ll get the fractional values of other rows by utilizing the Fill Handle tool to cell D14.
- Secondly, copy the cells in the D5:D14 range and paste them as Values in the cells in the E5:E14 range.
- Thirdly, select the cells in the E5:E14 range and then select the Number from the Ribbon in the Home tab.
- Then, you’ll see the Format Cells dialog box. Now click on Custom > click on 0.00 > select OK.
- Next, you’ll get the value in decimal by double-clicking on cell E5 and pressing the ENTER key.
And, we have to double-click and press ENTER on each cell of column E to get the same result.
Finally, the output will be as follows.
Note: This method can be applied to a smaller dataset. Because to get decimals from fractions, here you have to double-click and press ENTER manually for each cell which is very tiresome. So, here we are giving another method below to be relieved from this trouble.
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2. Converting Ratio to Decimal Applying VALUE Function
Here, we’ll do exactly the same as method 1 until we get the value in fractional form (in column D). Then, click on cell E5. Then write down the formula as follows, and press the ENTER key. In this case, we’re applying the VALUE function which converts a text value into a number. So, the formula for the E5 cell will be as follows.
=VALUE("0 "&D5)
Here, D5 refers to Fraction.
That’s how we can get the decimal value. Now, using the Fill Handle tool and dragging it down to cell E14, we can get other values as well.
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3. Getting the Ratio First and Then Convert It to Decimal
In the above 2 methods, we learned how to convert a given ratio to decimal. Here we’ll see how to get ratios from two columns of numbers and then convert the ratio into decimals.
Here we have a dataset of 10 individuals and their respective Ages.
From this, we’ll calculate the ratio of their ages and then convert it to decimals.
Steps:
- At first, click on cell F5.
- Then write down the formula as follows, and press the ENTER key.
=C5/GCD(C5,E5)&":"&E5/GCD(C5,E5)
Here, C5 & E5 refer to Age.
- Then, drag down the Fill Handle tool to cell F14 to get the remaining values in the ratio.
- So, you have to follow the steps from method 2 to get the fractional values, and lastly in decimal format.
Eventually, you’ll get the following output.
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Conclusion
Here we’ve tried to show you 3 methods of converting a ratio to decimal in Excel. Thank you for reading this article, we hope this was helpful. If you have any queries or suggestions, please let us know in the comment section.
