Education & Math
Fraction Calculator
This fraction calculator performs addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division on two fractions and simplifies the result.
Quick answer
Results are automatically simplified.
What this tells you
- •Results are automatically simplified.
- •Decimal equivalent is provided.
- •Division by a zero-value fraction is invalid.
- •Calculations assume standard arithmetic rules with non-zero denominators.
How to Use
- 1Enter numerator and denominator for each fraction.
- 2Choose operation.
- 3Calculate to get simplified fraction and decimal result.
How It Works
Formula
Use standard fraction arithmetic by operation, then reduce by greatest common divisor.After applying the selected operation, numerator and denominator are reduced to simplest terms.
Calculation note: values are processed in the order shown above, using the current input units.
Worked Examples
Add 1/2 + 1/3
Fraction11/2
Fraction21/3
Operationadd
Result5/6 (0.833333)
Common mistakes
- Entering zero denominator
- Selecting wrong operation
- Forgetting that division by zero fraction is invalid
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, results are reduced to simplest fraction form.
Yes, decimal equivalent is shown.
Yes, they are normalized in final output.