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First Fraction
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Second Fraction
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Result

13/12

Mixed number: 1 1/12

Decimal: 1.083333

Step-by-step

  1. Find LCD of 4 and 3: LCD = 12
  2. Convert: 3/4 = 9/12 and 1/3 = 4/12
  3. Add: 9 + 4 = 13, so result = 13/12
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Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions with this free fraction calculator. Enter two fractions, pick an operation, and get the result as a simplified fraction, mixed number, and decimal — plus a step-by-step solution showing exactly how the answer was found. The calculator automatically simplifies results using the greatest common divisor (GCD) and handles improper fractions, negative numbers, and mixed-number conversion. Whether you are checking homework, solving recipe conversions, or working through a math problem, this tool shows the work so you can learn the process — not just get the answer. No sign-up, runs entirely in your browser.

How to use Fraction Calculator

  1. Enter fractions. Type the numerator and denominator for each fraction.
  2. Choose operation. Select add, subtract, multiply, or divide.
  3. View result. See the simplified fraction, mixed number, decimal, and step-by-step solution.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find the least common denominator (LCD), convert both fractions to have the LCD, add the numerators, and simplify. For example: 1/3 + 1/4 → 4/12 + 3/12 = 7/12.

Multiply the numerators together and the denominators together, then simplify. For example: 2/3 × 3/4 = 6/12 = 1/2. You can cross-cancel before multiplying to simplify early.

Multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal (flip) of the second. For example: 2/3 ÷ 4/5 = 2/3 × 5/4 = 10/12 = 5/6.

An improper fraction has a numerator larger than or equal to its denominator, like 7/4. It can be converted to a mixed number: 7/4 = 1¾ (1 whole and 3/4).

Divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD). For example: 8/12 → GCD is 4 → 8÷4 / 12÷4 = 2/3.

Divide the numerator by the denominator. For example: 3/8 = 3 ÷ 8 = 0.375. Some fractions produce repeating decimals, like 1/3 = 0.333...