How to Increase the Terms of a Fraction
Even if fractions look different, they can actually represent the same amount; in other words, one of the fractions will have increased terms compared to the other. You may need to increase the terms of [more…]
How to Reduce a Fraction to Its Lowest Terms
Even if fractions look different, they can actually represent the same amount; in other words, one of the fractions will have reduced terms compared to the other. You may need to reduce the terms of fractions [more…]
How to Convert a Mixed Number to an Improper Fraction
Although mixed numbers are great for everyday use, it is often easier to work with improper fractions when you want to solve math problems. To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, follow these [more…]
How to Cross-Multiply Two Fractions
Cross-multiplication is a handy math skill to know. You can use it for a few different purposes. For example, you can compare fractions and find out which is greater. [more…]
How to Divide Fractions by Finding the Reciprocal
Dividing fractions is just as easy as multiplying them. In fact, when you divide fractions, you really turn the problem into multiplication by using a reciprocal. [more…]
How to Find the Sum of Fractions with the Same Denominator
When you add two fractions that have the same denominator (bottom number), you simply add the numerators (top numbers) together and leave the denominator unchanged. [more…]
How to Add Fractions with Different Denominators
When the fractions that you want to add have different denominators, there are a few different ways you can do it. Here, you’ll learn the easy way, then a quick trick that works in a few special cases, [more…]
How to Convert an Improper Fraction to a Mixed Number
Although improper fractions are great for solving math problems, the results may be easier for people to understand if you first convert them to mixed numbers. To convert an improper fraction to a mixed [more…]
How to Subtract Fractions with the Same Denominator
Subtracting fractions with the same denominator (bottom number) is easy. When the denominators are the same, you can just think of the fractions as pieces of cake. [more…]
How to Subtract Fractions with Different Denominators
When you want to subtract fractions with different denominators, you have a choice of methods: the easy way, the quick trick, and the traditional way.
The easy way always works, and you should use this [more…]
How to Add Mixed Numbers
Whether mixed numbers have the same denominators or different denominators, adding them is a lot like adding whole numbers: you stack them up one on top of the other, draw a line, and add. For this reason [more…]
How to Recognize Types of Fractions
To work with fractions, you need to know the different forms they take — reciprocal fractions, mixed numbers, proper and improper fractions — as well as the parts they’re made up of — denominators, numerators [more…]
How to Subtract Mixed Numbers
Whether mixed numbers have the same denominators or different denominators, subtracting them is a lot like subtracting whole numbers: you stack them up one on top of the other, draw a line, and subtract [more…]
How to Multiply Two Fractions and Reduce the Answer
To multiply two fractions, you need to have a basic knowledge of the multiplication table and the ability to reduce the answer to its lowest terms. [more…]
Common Fraction and Decimal Equivalents in Business Math
Fractions and decimals form the basis of much of the math in business. The following table shows you some of the more commonly used fractions and their decimal equivalents. An ellipsis [more…]
Basic Math Tips: Fractions
Fractions are a common way of describing parts of a whole. They're commonly used for English weights and measures, especially for small measurements in cooking and carpentry. If you want to be proficient [more…]
