Math & Everyday

Fraction Calculator

Perform arithmetic on two fractions and reduce the result to lowest terms. The calculator also shows the decimal equivalent for quick checking and comparison.

Simplified result1/2
Decimal0.5

How this tool works

Addition and subtraction use a common denominator. Multiplication multiplies numerators and denominators directly. Division multiplies by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

Example

1/3 + 1/6 = 3/6, which reduces to 1/2 and equals 0.5.

Common questions

Can the result be negative?

Yes. Negative numerators or operations that produce a negative value are supported.

What happens if a denominator is zero?

The fraction is undefined, so the calculator will not produce a valid result.