How to Use the Fraction Calculator

A Fraction Calculator is a digital tool designed to perform arithmetic operations—addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division—on two user-defined fractions.

Whether you’re a student, teacher, or someone working on fractions for any reason, this calculator simplifies your workflow.

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How to Use the Fraction Calculator

1. Enter the First Fraction

In the first input field, enter a fraction in the form of a/b, such as 3/4.

2. Choose the Operation

Use the dropdown to choose the operation:

• + for addition
• − for subtraction
• × for multiplication
• ÷ for division

3. Enter the Second Fraction

Input the second fraction in the same a/b format, like 2/5.

4. Click “Calculate”

Press the “Calculate” button to compute the result.

5. View the Result

Your result will appear below the button, in simplified form.

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Example Calculation

Input:

• Fraction 1: 3/4
• Operation: +
• Fraction 2: 2/5

Output:

• Result: 23/20

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Notes

• Only use valid fractions (e.g., 5/6, not 5:6 or 5.6)
• Denominators must not be zero
• Results are automatically simplified

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Fraction Calculator – FAQ

Q1: What is a fraction calculator?
A Fraction Calculator performs arithmetic operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) on two fractions and simplifies the result automatically.

Q2: Can it handle improper fractions?
Yes, both proper and improper fractions (e.g., 7/3) are accepted and calculated correctly.

Q3: Does it reduce the result to its lowest terms?
Yes, the calculator simplifies the final answer using the greatest common divisor (GCD).

Q4: What if I enter a decimal or invalid input?
You’ll receive an alert prompting you to enter a valid fraction format.

Q5: Can I divide by a fraction with a zero numerator?
No. Division by zero is not allowed and will trigger an error.