Fraction Calculator

Fraction Calculator

Perform fraction arithmetic and conversions with ease

Fraction Input

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1/2 = 0.5000

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1/4 = 0.2500

Quick Examples

Addition

1/2 + 1/4 = 3/4 = 0.75

Multiplication

1/2 × 1/3 = 1/6 ≈ 0.167

Division

1/2 ÷ 1/4 = 2

Fraction Tips

To add/subtract: Find common denominator first

To multiply: Multiply numerators and denominators

To divide: Multiply by the reciprocal

Always simplify your final answer

About Fraction Calculator

Our comprehensive fraction calculator helps students, teachers, and professionals perform accurate fraction operations with step-by-step solutions. This essential mathematical tool handles addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions while providing decimal and percentage conversions for complete understanding.

What It Calculates

  • Fraction Operations: Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
  • Decimal Conversion: Precise decimal representations
  • Percentage Conversion: Fraction to percentage calculations
  • Mixed Numbers: Improper fraction to mixed number conversion
  • Simplification: Reduced form of fractions
  • Common Denominators: LCD calculations for operations

Supported Operations

Basic Operations
  • Addition: Finding common denominators
  • Subtraction: Borrowing and regrouping
  • Multiplication: Cross-multiplication
  • Division: Reciprocal multiplication
Advanced Features
  • Simplification: Reducing to lowest terms
  • Decimal Conversion: Precise decimal values
  • Percentage Conversion: Fraction to percent
  • Common Denominators: LCD calculations
Pro Tip

When working with fractions, always think about the relationship between the numbers rather than just memorizing rules. Understanding that fractions represent parts of a whole helps visualize operations. Always simplify your final answers and check your work by converting to decimals or using estimation.