Fraction calculator
Type two fractions and pick an operation: the answer is simplified and also shown as a decimal.
Result
1/2Simplified fraction
- As a decimal
- 0.5
Inputs
- Fraction 1 — top
- 1
- Fraction 1 — bottom
- 3
- Operation
- +
- Fraction 2 — top
- 1
- Fraction 2 — bottom
- 6
How it is calculated
Addition: a/b + c/d = (a×d + c×b) / (b×d), then simplify by the greatest common divisor.
Result
Simplified fraction
- As a decimal
- 0.5
How it is calculated
- Addition: a/b + c/d = (a×d + c×b) / (b×d), then simplify by the greatest common divisor.
- Division: a/b ÷ c/d = a/b × d/c.
- Calculations are exact (whole numbers), with no rounding.
Example
1/3 + 1/6 = 2/6 + 1/6 = 3/6 = 1/2.
Good to know
- Enter whole numbers. The bottom number cannot be 0.
Frequently asked questions
What is this tool used for?
Type two fractions and pick an operation: the answer is simplified and also shown as a decimal.
How is the result calculated?
Addition: a/b + c/d = (a×d + c×b) / (b×d), then simplify by the greatest common divisor.
What should I check before using the result?
Enter whole numbers. The bottom number cannot be 0.