Fraction Calculator

Enter the values needed for fraction in the Fraction Calculator. The explanation below the calculator gives you a simple way to check the calculation.

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Decimal0.8333
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How it works

To add or subtract, the fractions are put over a common denominator, then the numerators are combined. To multiply, numerators multiply and denominators multiply. To divide, the first fraction is multiplied by the reciprocal of the second. The result is then reduced by dividing the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor.

How to use the Fraction Calculator

Enter the values requested by the tool and start with one realistic example. Read the result together with its unit or label, then change one input at a time if you want to compare options. Keeping a note of the original figures makes the calculation easier to check later.

A result is only as useful as the values and settings entered. Try a simple known example if you want to check your working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it simplify the answer?
Yes. The result is always reduced to its lowest terms, and shown as a whole number when the denominator becomes one.
How do I divide fractions?
Choose the divide option. The calculator multiplies the first fraction by the inverse of the second, which is how fraction division works.
Does it show a decimal too?
Yes, the decimal equivalent is shown alongside the simplified fraction.