Add Fractions
Calculator for adding two fractions
This function adds two fractions. Optionally, an integer can also be specified for each fraction.
To perform the calculation, enter the appropriate values. Then click on the 'Calculate' button
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Negative mixed fraction
When entering, a negative sign in front of the integer applies to the entire fraction.
\(\displaystyle -2\frac{2}{3}\) is interpreted as \(\displaystyle -\left(2\frac{2}{3}\right)\)
Example: add fractions
Add the following fractions
\(\displaystyle \frac{2}{3}+\frac{1}{6}\)Find common denominator by multiplication
\(\displaystyle 3 × 6 = 18\)Calculate the multiplier of the numerators
\(\displaystyle 18 ÷ 3 = 6\)Expand and add fractions
\(\displaystyle 18 ÷ 6 = 3\)
\(\displaystyle \frac{2 × 6}{18}+\frac{1 × 3}{18} \)Simplify the result
\(\displaystyle \frac{12}{18}+\frac{3}{18} = \frac{15}{18}\)
\(\displaystyle \frac{15}{18} = \color{blue}{\frac{5}{6}}\)
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