Fraction Calculator

Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions with step-by-step solutions.

Calculate fraction operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with step-by-step solutions. Automatically simplifies results and shows equivalent forms.

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Understanding Fractions

A fraction represents a part of a whole, written as numerator/denominator. The numerator (top number) shows how many parts we have, while the denominator (bottom number) shows how many equal parts make up the whole.

Fraction Operations

Types of Fractions

Finding Common Denominators

To add or subtract fractions, you need a common denominator:

Equivalent Fractions

Fractions that represent the same value:

Converting Between Forms

Real-World Applications

Note: This calculator automatically simplifies fractions to their lowest terms using the Greatest Common Divisor (GCD). Mixed numbers are shown when the result is an improper fraction. All calculations show step-by-step solutions to help with learning.