Fraction Calculator
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions with simplified answers.
Fraction Calculator
3/4 1/2 + 1/4 = 3/4.
Fraction Operations
This calculator can add, subtract, multiply, and divide two fractions. Answers are simplified automatically.
Formulas
For addition and subtraction, use a common denominator:
a/b + c/d = (ad + bc) / bd
a/b - c/d = (ad - bc) / bd
For multiplication:
a/b x c/d = ac / bd
For division:
a/b / c/d = a/b x d/c
Worked Examples
| Problem | Answer |
|---|---|
| 1/2 + 1/4 | 3/4 |
| 3/5 - 1/10 | 1/2 |
| 2/3 x 3/4 | 1/2 |
| 5/6 / 2/3 | 5/4 |
FAQ
Why simplify fractions?
Simplifying makes the answer easier to read. For example, 6/8 and 3/4 are equal, but 3/4 is simpler.
Can a denominator be zero?
No. A fraction with zero as the denominator is undefined.