Fraction Calculator
Add, subtract, multiply or divide two fractions and simplify the result.
Results are provided for general informational use. Verify important financial, health or legal figures before relying on them.
About this Fraction Calculator
The Fraction Calculator works with two ordinary fractions and reduces the final answer to its simplest form. It is useful for homework checks, recipe scaling, measurements and any task where fractional values are easier to understand than decimals.
For related tasks, try Ratio Calculator, Proportion Calculator or Average Calculator.
How the calculation works
For addition and subtraction, the tool uses a common denominator. For multiplication it multiplies numerators and denominators; division multiplies by the reciprocal. The final numerator and denominator are divided by their greatest common divisor.
How to use it
- Enter the numerator and denominator for both fractions.
- Choose addition, subtraction, multiplication or division.
- Calculate to see the simplified fraction and decimal equivalent.
Practical example
For 1/2 + 1/4, the common result is 3/4, which is 0.75 as a decimal.
Frequently asked questions
Can it simplify improper fractions?
Yes. The fraction is reduced even when the numerator is larger than the denominator.
Can denominators be zero?
No. A fraction with a zero denominator is undefined.
Does it show decimals?
Yes. The simplified fraction and its decimal equivalent are displayed together.
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