Fraction Calculator
About Fractions
A fraction represents a part of a whole, written as numerator/denominator. Fractions are essential in mathematics, engineering, and everyday calculations.
Addition/Subtraction: Requires a common denominator. Multiply denominators to find it, then adjust numerators accordingly.
Multiplication: Multiply numerators and denominators separately, then simplify.
Division: Multiply by the reciprocal (flip the second fraction), then simplify.
Frequently Asked Questions
To add fractions, find a common denominator (multiply the denominators), convert both fractions to have that denominator, then add the numerators. The result should be simplified by finding the GCD of the numerator and denominator.
To multiply fractions, simply multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Then simplify the result by dividing both by their greatest common divisor.
Fraction simplification means reducing a fraction to its lowest terms by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD). For example, 4/8 simplifies to 1/2.