Simplify Fractions Calculator
Reduce any fraction to its lowest terms instantly. See the simplified fraction, decimal, percentage, and a visual pie chart. Step‑by‑step GCD explanation included.
Step 1: Enter your fraction
24
36
How simplification works
Find the Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of numerator and denominator, then divide both by it. The fraction keeps the same value.
Step 2: Display options
Did you know?
Simplifying a fraction doesn’t change its value, just its appearance. It’s also called “reducing” or “writing in lowest terms”.
Simplified fraction result
Summary
Step‑by‑Step
Visual & equivalents
Simplified fraction
2/3
24/36 reduced to lowest terms
Decimal
0.6667
Percentage
66.67%
GCD
12
Mixed number
(proper)
Step‑by‑step simplification
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GCD (Greatest Common Divisor)
The GCD of 24 and 36 is 12. Divide both numbers by 12 to get 2/3.
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