1. What is the 3 Fraction Calculator?

The 3 Fraction Calculator performs arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) on three fractions. It simplifies the result to its lowest terms automatically.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator parses each fraction into numerator and denominator, performs the selected operation, and simplifies the result using the greatest common divisor (GCD).

3. Supported Operations

• Addition: Finds common denominator and sums numerators
• Subtraction: Finds common denominator and subtracts numerators
• Multiplication: Multiplies numerators and denominators separately
• Division: Multiplies by reciprocals of second and third fractions

4. Using the Calculator

Instructions: Enter three fractions in a/b format (e.g., 3/4), select an operation, and click Calculate. Whole numbers can be entered as n/1 (e.g., 5/1).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What format should I use for fractions?
A: Use a/b format (e.g., 3/4). For whole numbers, you can use n/1 (e.g., 5/1).

Q2: What if I enter invalid fractions?
A: The calculator will show an error message if inputs can't be parsed as fractions.

Q3: Does it handle mixed numbers?
A: No, convert mixed numbers to improper fractions first (e.g., 1 1/2 becomes 3/2).

Q4: What about division by zero?
A: The calculator will display an error if division by zero is attempted.

Q5: How are results simplified?
A: Results are reduced to lowest terms using the greatest common divisor.