Three Fractions Addition:
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The addition of three fractions involves finding a common denominator and then adding the numerators. This calculator helps you add three fractions (a/b + c/d + e/f) and provides both the fractional and decimal results.
The calculator uses the following formula:
Where:
Explanation: The calculator finds the least common denominator by multiplying all denominators, adjusts each numerator accordingly, sums them, and simplifies the result.
Details: Adding fractions is fundamental in mathematics and has applications in cooking, construction, science, and engineering where precise measurements are needed.
Tips: Enter all six values (three numerators and three denominators). Denominators must be positive integers. The calculator will provide both fractional and decimal results.
Q1: What if I enter zero for a denominator?
A: The calculator requires denominators to be positive integers. Division by zero is undefined.
Q2: How does the simplification work?
A: The calculator finds the greatest common divisor (GCD) of the numerator and denominator and divides both by this number.
Q3: Can I enter negative numbers?
A: Yes, you can enter negative numerators, but denominators must be positive.
Q4: What's the maximum number size I can use?
A: The calculator can handle typical integer values, but extremely large numbers may cause calculation issues.
Q5: Does the calculator reduce to mixed numbers?
A: No, it shows the result as an improper fraction (but simplified) and as a decimal value.