Online Fraction Calculator
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How to use the calculator

• Enter Fraction #1 into the first box below. Use the “/” between the numerator and denominator. E.g. for one third, enter "1/3."
• Enter Fraction #2 into the second box.
• If you are using mixed numbers, leave a single space between the whole number and fraction part.
  e.g. for two and three-fiths, enter "2 3/5"
• Select add, subtract, multiply or divide and then click Calculate Fraction.

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