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Fraction Calculator
Add, subtract, multiply, or divide fractions and see the simplified result.
Formula
Fraction operation example
a/b + c/d = (ad + bc) / bd
1/2 + 1/3 = (1x3 + 1x2) / 6 = 5/6.
FAQs
Does this simplify fractions?+
Yes. Results are reduced to lowest terms when possible.
Can I divide fractions?+
Yes. Division multiplies the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second.
How does the Fraction Calculator calculate the result?+
It uses the Fraction operation example: a/b + c/d = (ad + bc) / bd. 1/2 + 1/3 = (1x3 + 1x2) / 6 = 5/6.
What information do I need to use the Fraction Calculator?+
Add, subtract, multiply, or divide fractions and see the simplified result.
How accurate is the Fraction Calculator?+
Fraction Calculator applies the formula and assumptions shown on this page. Results may be rounded for readability, so verify changing rates, thresholds, medical guidance, or legal rules with the cited source or a qualified professional.
What should I check before using the Fraction Calculator result?+
Check that the units, dates, rates, and assumptions match your situation. Change one input at a time to understand which values have the largest effect on the result.
Math guide
How to use the Fraction Calculator
Add, subtract, multiply, or divide fractions and see the simplified result. The page also explains the fraction operation example and shows a practical example: 1/2 + 1/3 = (1x3 + 1x2) / 6 = 5/6.
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Enter your details
Enter the values for the fraction calculator scenario you want to check.
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Check the calculation
Review the result alongside the fraction operation example: a/b + c/d = (ad + bc) / bd.
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Compare scenarios
Change one or more inputs to see how they affect the fraction Calculator result before you use the estimate.
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