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How do I convert fractional odds to decimal?

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Fractional odds show potential profit relative to the stake: at 5/1, a winning £1 stake would earn £5 profit plus the stake returned. To convert a fraction to decimal odds, divide the numerator by the denominator and add 1. This is a calculation example, not betting advice.

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