Use our free Fraction Calculator to quickly add, subtract, multiply, or divide fractions and mixed numbers. Get step-by-step solutions for common fraction operations. Perfect for students, teachers, and anyone needing quick fraction arithmetic.
Formula:
This calculator handles addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of proper fractions, improper fractions, and mixed numbers. The general approaches are:
- Addition/Subtraction: Find a common denominator, then add/subtract numerators: a⁄b ± c⁄d = (ad ± bc)⁄bd
- Multiplication: Multiply numerators and denominators: a⁄b × c⁄d = ac⁄bd
- Division: Multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction: a⁄b ÷ c⁄d = a⁄b × d⁄c = ad⁄bc