This tool helps you easily add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions.
How to Use the Fraction Calculator
Follow these steps to use the fraction calculator:
- Enter the first fraction’s numerator and denominator in the fields labeled “Numerator 1” and “Denominator 1”.
- Enter the second fraction’s numerator and denominator in the fields labeled “Numerator 2” and “Denominator 2”.
- Click the “Calculate” button to see the results.
How the Calculations are Performed
This calculator performs the following operations on two fractions and displays the results as new fractions:
- Addition: (numerator1 * denominator2 + numerator2 * denominator1) / (denominator1 * denominator2)
- Subtraction: (numerator1 * denominator2 – numerator2 * denominator1) / (denominator1 * denominator2)
- Multiplication: (numerator1 * numerator2) / (denominator1 * denominator2)
- Division: (numerator1 * denominator2) / (denominator1 * numerator2)
Limitations
Please be aware of the following limitations:
- All input values must be integers.
- Denominators cannot be zero.
- Results are presented as fractions without simplification.
Use Cases for This Calculator
Adding Fractions
When you need to combine two fractions into one, the fraction calculator simplifies the addition process. You simply enter the numerators and denominators, and the calculator finds a common denominator to help you quickly arrive at the sum.
Subtracting Fractions
Subtraction of fractions is made effortless with a fraction calculator, which can handle both like and unlike denominators. Input the values you’re working with, and the calculator will provide the difference in reduced form, saving you time and ensuring accuracy.
Multiplying Fractions
Multiplying fractions may seem tricky, but with a fraction calculator, you can achieve results in seconds. By entering the numerators and denominators, the calculator multiplies across, giving you the product in its simplest form.
Dividing Fractions
Dividing fractions is often a point of confusion, but a fraction calculator gives you straightforward steps to follow. It automatically inverts the second fraction and multiplies, making the process clear and easy to understand.
Converting Improper Fractions to Mixed Numbers
If you’re dealing with improper fractions and need them in a more understandable format, the fraction calculator can convert these into mixed numbers. Simply input the improper fraction, and watch as it transforms into a mixed number with ease.
Finding Common Denominators
When you’re trying to add or subtract fractions, finding a common denominator can be daunting, but the fraction calculator does this effortlessly. Just input each fraction, and the calculator will determine the least common denominator, simplifying your calculations.
Reducing Fractions
When fractions aren’t in their simplest form, you can use the fraction calculator to reduce them efficiently. Enter the fraction, and it will output the simplest equivalent, making your subsequent calculations easier and cleaner.
Comparing Fractions
When you need to determine which fractions are greater or if they are equivalent, the fraction calculator enables quick comparisons. Input the fractions, and the calculator will provide a clear answer, helping you make decisions based on the relationship between them.
Calculating Percentages Using Fractions
If you’re interested in converting a fraction to a percentage, the fraction calculator simplifies this task significantly. Just enter the fraction, and it will quickly convert it into a percentage, allowing you to interpret the data more easily.
Solving Fraction Equations
Solving equations that involve fractions can be challenging, but the fraction calculator streamlines this process dramatically. By entering the equation, it provides the solution step-by-step, allowing you to understand how it reached the answer while ensuring your work is precise.