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A fraction represents a part of a whole or, more generally, any number of equal parts. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number) separated by a fraction bar.
The calculator performs four basic operations:
Addition: \[ \frac{a}{b} + \frac{c}{d} = \frac{ad + bc}{bd} \]
Subtraction: \[ \frac{a}{b} - \frac{c}{d} = \frac{ad - bc}{bd} \]
Multiplication: \[ \frac{a}{b} \times \frac{c}{d} = \frac{ac}{bd} \]
Division: \[ \frac{a}{b} \div \frac{c}{d} = \frac{ad}{bc} \]
Process: The calculator performs the selected operation according to the mathematical rules for fractions, then simplifies the result by dividing both numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).
Tips: Enter integers for all numerator and denominator values. Denominators cannot be zero. The calculator will automatically simplify the result and show both the fractional and decimal forms.
Q1: What if I get a negative denominator?
A: The calculator will automatically move the negative sign to the numerator (e.g., 1/-2 becomes -1/2).
Q2: How are improper fractions handled?
A: Improper fractions (where numerator > denominator) are displayed as-is in simplified form.
Q3: Can I enter mixed numbers?
A: This calculator requires proper or improper fractions. Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions first.
Q4: What's the maximum number allowed?
A: The calculator can handle very large numbers, but extremely large values may cause display issues.
Q5: Why do I sometimes get the same fraction back?
A: This means your fraction was already in its simplest form.