Fraction Addition Calculator
Add two fractions in seconds. Get the simplified result, decimal equivalent, and a clear step‑by‑step explanation.
Step 1: First Fraction
📘 Proper / Improper
You can enter a mixed number (whole + fraction) or just a proper/improper fraction. Denominator must be positive.
Step 2: Second Fraction
➕ Addition method
Fractions are added by finding a common denominator, then adding the numerators. The result is simplified.
Addition Result
Summary
Decimal & Percentage
Step‑by‑Step
Sum (simplified)
1 1/6
Decimal: ≈ 1.1667
First fraction
1/2
Second fraction
2/3
Common denominator
6
Sum (improper)
7/6
Quick steps:
1. Convert to improper fractions.
2. Find LCD = 6.
3. Add: 3/6 + 4/6 = 7/6 → 1 1/6.
1. Convert to improper fractions.
2. Find LCD = 6.
3. Add: 3/6 + 4/6 = 7/6 → 1 1/6.
Decimal & Percentage Equivalents
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Detailed Step‑by‑Step Solution
Fraction Addition Formula
a/b + c/d = (a·d + c·b) / (b·d) [then simplify]
For mixed numbers, first convert to improper: (whole×den + num)/den.
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