Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions. Results are automatically simplified to the lowest terms and shown as both fraction and decimal.
A Fraction Calculator performs addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division on fractions, automatically simplifying the result to its lowest terms.
For addition and subtraction, the tool finds a common denominator before combining numerators. For multiplication, it multiplies numerators and denominators directly, then simplifies.
Enter the numerator and denominator of your first fraction. Select the operation. Enter the numerator and denominator of your second fraction. Click Calculate to see the simplified result.
Example 1: 1/2 plus 1/3 equals 5/6 after finding the common denominator of 6.
Example 2: 2/3 times 3/4 equals 6/12, which simplifies to 1/2.
Example 3: 3/4 divided by 1/2 equals 3/2, found by multiplying by the reciprocal.
Solving math homework involving fraction operations. Scaling recipe ingredients that use fractional measurements. Calculating fractional shares in business or finance. Construction and woodworking measurements involving fractions of an inch.
Why do fractions need a common denominator for addition. Because you can only directly add or subtract parts that are divided into the same sized pieces.
What does it mean to simplify a fraction. Reducing it to the smallest equivalent numerator and denominator using their greatest common factor.
How is fraction division different from multiplication. Division flips the second fraction into its reciprocal before multiplying.
Can this tool handle mixed numbers. Many fraction calculators support converting mixed numbers to improper fractions first.
What is an improper fraction. A fraction where the numerator is larger than the denominator, like 7/4.