Fraction Calculator
Add, subtract, multiply, or divide two fractions — with full step-by-step solution.
Step-by-Step Solution
1.Start: 1/2 + 1/3
2.LCD of 2 and 3 = 6
3.Convert: 3/6 + 2/6
4.Result before simplification: 5/6
5.Already in simplest form: 5/6
Result
5
6
= 0.833333 (decimal)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you add fractions with different denominators?
Find the least common denominator (LCD) of the two fractions. Convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with the LCD, then add the numerators. Simplify the result by dividing by the GCD.
How do you multiply fractions?
Multiply the numerators together and the denominators together: (a/b) × (c/d) = (a×c)/(b×d). Then simplify by dividing numerator and denominator by their GCD.
How do you divide fractions?
To divide by a fraction, multiply by its reciprocal: (a/b) ÷ (c/d) = (a/b) × (d/c) = (a×d)/(b×c). Then simplify.