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Open calculator →Work Hours Calculator
Use your own values after reviewing the examples below.
45 minutes equals 0.75 hour
45 ÷ 60 = 0.75 hour
If a shift lasts 8.5 elapsed hours, subtracting a 45-minute unpaid lunch leaves 7.75 paid hours, or 7 hours 45 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Can I calculate my own schedule?
Yes. Open the linked calculator and enter your own values.
Are decimal hours the same as hours and minutes?
They represent the same duration in different formats. For example, 7 hours 30 minutes equals 7.50 decimal hours.