INTERACTIVE TOOL
Fraction simplifier
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How to use this tool
- Enter an integer numerator.
- Enter a nonzero integer denominator.
- Read the reduced fraction and its decimal approximation.
Formula or method usedDivide the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor.
Worked example
The fraction 24/36 reduces to 2/3. Its repeating decimal is displayed rounded.
Assumptions and limits
The denominator cannot be zero. Express decimals as a fraction of integers first.
Frequently asked questions
Can zero be used as the denominator?+
No. A fraction with a zero denominator is undefined.
What happens to my inputs?+
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How should I check the result?+
The denominator cannot be zero. Express decimals as a fraction of integers first.