Fraction Calculator

Add, subtract, multiply, divide, and simplify proper fractions, improper fractions, and mixed numbers. Converts fractions to decimals and percentages automatically.

Why Use This Tool?

• Math Homework & Tutoring: Check step-by-step fraction arithmetic operations.
• Cooking & Carpentry: Add fractional measurements (e.g. `3/4 in + 5/8 in`) for construction or recipes.
• Fraction Simplification: Reduce large fractions to their simplest lowest terms.

How to Use

1. Enter Fraction 1 (Numerator and Denominator) and Fraction 2.
2. Select Operator (+, -, *, /).
3. View calculated fraction result, mixed number, decimal equivalent, and step-by-step work.

Real Working Example

Input:

Fraction 1: 3/4 | Operator: + | Fraction 2: 5/8

Output Result:

Result: 11/8 | Mixed Number: 1 3/8 | Decimal: 1.375

Important Technical Details & Formulas

• Least Common Denominator (LCD) Engine: Computes LCM of denominators to perform addition and subtraction.
• Euclidean Simplifier: Simplifies output fractions by dividing by Greatest Common Divisor (GCD).
• Local Memory Processing: Zero network overhead.

Related Mathematics & Financial Tools

• Ratio Calculator: Simplify ratios and solve proportions.
• GCD & LCM Calculator: Compute greatest common divisor.
• Percentage Calculator: Calculate percentages.