1. What is the 3 Fractions Calculator?

The 3 Fractions Calculator performs arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) on three fractions. It handles the complex calculations involved in operating on multiple fractions simultaneously.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator performs the following operations:

Where:

• \( a \) — First numerator
• \( b \) — First denominator
• \( c \) — Second numerator
• \( d \) — Second denominator
• \( e \) — Third numerator
• \( f \) — Third denominator
• op — Operation (+, -, ×, ÷)

Explanation: The calculator first converts each fraction to its decimal equivalent, then performs the selected operation sequentially.

3. Importance of Fraction Operations

Details: Operations with multiple fractions are fundamental in mathematics, physics, engineering, and many real-world applications like recipe scaling, construction calculations, and financial computations.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter all numerators and denominators (must be non-zero), select the operation. The calculator will show the step-by-step operation and final result.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Can I use negative numbers?
A: Yes, numerators can be negative, but denominators must be positive non-zero values.

Q2: How are operations performed?
A: Operations are performed left to right (sequential), not following standard order of operations.

Q3: What about mixed numbers?
A: Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions before entering them.

Q4: How precise are the results?
A: Results are rounded to 4 decimal places for readability.

Q5: Can I chain more than 3 fractions?
A: This calculator is designed for exactly 3 fractions. For more, you would need to perform multiple calculations.