Fraction Calculator
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions with instant simplification, mixed number display, and decimal values.
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How to Use the Fraction Calculator
- 1 Enter numerator and denominator for the first fraction.
- 2 Select the arithmetic operator (+, -, ×, ÷).
- 3 Enter numerator and denominator for the second fraction.
- 4 View the simplified fraction, mixed number, and decimal equivalent.
Mathematical Formula & Principle
a/b + c/d = (ad + bc) / bd (Reduced by Greatest Common Divisor)
Calculations are performed with IEEE floating point mathematical precision directly in your device memory.
Worked Examples
Adding Fractions
Finds common denominator 20: (15 + 8)/20 = 23/20.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you simplify a fraction to lowest terms?
- Find the Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of both the numerator and denominator, then divide both by that number.
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