Fraction Calculator

Add, subtract, multiply or divide two fractions. We simplify the result and show the decimal.

Inputs

Result

Result
5/6
0.8333

Visual breakdown

Numerator
5
Denominator
6
Decimal
0.8333
Expression
1/2 + 1/3

Formula

For a/b ± c/d the common denominator is b·d. Multiplication is (a·c)/(b·d). Division flips the second fraction. Results are reduced by GCD.

Example

1/2 + 1/3 = 3/6 + 2/6 = 5/6 (≈ 0.8333).

Frequently asked

Does it handle negative fractions?

Yes — enter a negative numerator. The sign is preserved through every operation.

What if I divide by zero?

Division by 0/x or by a zero numerator returns no result. Enter non-zero values.

Can I use mixed numbers?

Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions first (e.g. 1 1/2 → 3/2). A mixed-number mode is on the roadmap.

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