Fraction Calculator
Add, subtract, multiply and divide fractions. With simplifying and expanding. Online calculator with solution path and worked examples.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add fractions?
Find a common denominator, convert both fractions, then add the numerators. For example: 1/3 + 1/4 = 4/12 + 3/12 = 7/12.
How do I convert a fraction to a decimal?
Divide the numerator by the denominator. For example, 3/4 = 3 divided by 4 = 0.75. To convert to a percentage, multiply the decimal by 100.
Does the calculator show the working steps?
Yes. In addition to the final result the calculator displays the intermediate steps so you can follow the solution — ideal for school, university or homework.
Guide
Quick Answer
The fraction calculator performs all basic operations with fractions: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, simplification and conversion.
What is the Fraction Calculator?
The fraction calculator performs all basic operations with fractions: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, simplification and conversion.
How does the Fraction Calculator work?
Enter two fractions and choose the operation. The calculator performs the computation, simplifies the result and shows the working. Conversion between fractions, decimals and percentages is available.
Key Data and Facts
Addition: a/b + c/d = (ad + bc) / bd. Multiplication: a/b * c/d = ac / bd. Division: a/b / c/d = a/b * d/c. Simplify: divide numerator and denominator by GCD.
Step-by-Step Guide
How to calculate with fractions step by step: 1. Enter two fractions: a numerator and a denominator for each fraction. 2. Choose the operation: addition, subtraction, multiplication or division. 3. Perform the calculation: addition/subtraction: bring them to a common denominator (the common denominator = the lcm of the denominators), then add/subtract the numerators. Multiplication: numerator x numerator, denominator x denominator. Division: multiply by the reciprocal (a/b divided by c/d = a/b times d/c). 4. Reduce the result: divide the numerator and the denominator by the greatest common divisor (gcd). 5. Optionally convert to a decimal number or a percentage: decimal = numerator / denominator. Percentage = decimal x 100. 6. Mixed numbers: 7/4 = 1 3/4 (the whole-number part + the remainder as a fraction). The calculator shows each step of the solution.
Calculation Example
3/4 + 2/3: common denominator = 12. 3/4 = 9/12, 2/3 = 8/12. Result: 17/12 = 1 5/12. | 3/4 x 2/5 = 6/20 = 3/10 = 0.3.
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