Fractions in three forms
Every result is shown as a fraction in lowest terms, as a mixed number when the value is greater than one, and as a decimal. Seeing all three makes it easy to check your work or use whichever form a problem calls for.
Fraction Calculator
Add, subtract, multiply or divide two fractions. The result is reduced to lowest terms and also shown as a mixed number and a decimal.
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Results
- Result
- 5/6
- Decimal
- 0.8333
Worked example
Suppose you add the fractions 1/2 and 1/3.
- 1.Common denominator (2 x 3)6
- 2.Rewrite each fraction3/6 + 2/6
- 3.Add the numerators (3 + 2)5/6
- 4.As a decimal (5 / 6)0.8333
Result: 1/2 + 1/3 = 5/6, which is about 0.8333.
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