Mixed Numbers Calculator
Easily add, subtract, multiply, or divide mixed numbers. This tool automatically converts to improper fractions for math and then back to simplified mixed numbers.
What is a mixed number?
A mixed number is a quantity consisting of a whole number and a proper fraction (like 1 1/2). It represents a value between two consecutive integers.
How do you add mixed numbers?
Method 1: Add the whole numbers and the fractions separately, then combine. Method 2: Convert both mixed numbers into improper fractions, add them, and then convert the result back into a mixed number.
How do I convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?
Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator. For example, 2 3/4 = (2 × 4 + 3) / 4 = 11/4.
Can I multiply mixed numbers directly?
No. You must convert both mixed numbers into improper fractions before multiplying. Multiply the numerators together and the denominators together, then simplify the result.