Fraction Calculator
About Fraction Calculator
The fraction calculator performs the four basic operations and simplifies each fraction result.
How to Use
The fraction calculator performs the four basic operations and simplifies each fraction result. Enter the First numerator, First denominator, Second numerator, and Second denominator values and review the Sum, Difference, Product, and Quotient outputs after you calculate.
- Open the calculator : Use Fraction Calculator from the Math category.
- Check the inputs : Review the required values and any optional settings.
- Read the formula : Use the formula and notes below to understand how the result is produced.
Common Questions
What formula does the Fraction Calculator use?
Fractions use common denominators for addition and subtraction, and cross multiplication for division.
How do you add fractions with different denominators?
To add or subtract fractions with different denominators, you must first find a common denominator (the least common multiple). Multiply the top and bottom of each fraction so they share the same base, then simply add the numerators together while keeping the denominator the same.
Inputs
- First numerator
- First denominator
- Second numerator
- Second denominator
Outputs
- Sum
- Difference
- Product
- Quotient
Formula
Fractions use common denominators for addition and subtraction, and cross multiplication for division.