Fraction Calculator

Enter two fractions and pick an operator — get the simplified result.

Result

5/6
Result
0.833333
Decimal

Formula

a/b + c/d = (ad + bc) / bd, then simplify by GCD.

Worked example

1/2 + 1/3 = (1·3 + 1·2)/(2·3) = 5/6.

About the fraction calculator

Fractions trip people up because the rules differ by operator. This fraction calculator handles all four and always returns a result in lowest terms.

Frequently asked questions

Does it simplify?+

Yes — results are automatically reduced using the greatest common divisor.

Can I enter mixed numbers?+

Convert to an improper fraction first (2 1/2 → 5/2).

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