How to use the mixed numbers calculator
A mixed number is a whole number plus a proper fraction, such as 2½ (2 + ½) or 3¾. This calculator adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides two mixed numbers and shows the result in simplified form. Enter the whole number, numerator, and denominator for the first mixed number, then choose an operation (+, −, ×, ÷), then enter the second mixed number. Click "Get result" to see the answer as a mixed number in lowest terms and, when applicable, as a decimal.
The tool converts each mixed number to an improper fraction, performs the chosen operation, simplifies the result using the greatest common divisor, and converts back to mixed number form when the result is greater than or equal to 1 in absolute value. For example, 2½ + 1¾ becomes 5/2 + 7/4 = 17/4 = 4¼. Denominators must be non-zero; for division, the second mixed number cannot be zero. Negative mixed numbers are supported by entering a negative whole number.
Mixed numbers appear in recipes, measurements, and everyday math. Use this calculator for homework, scaling ingredients, or any time you need to combine or compare mixed numbers without converting by hand. The layout is responsive and works on phones and tablets: the input grid stacks on small screens so you can enter values and read the result clearly. Results are always reduced to lowest terms for a clean, standard form.