Simplest Form Calculator

How to Use the Simplest Form Calculator

This guide will walk you through the steps of using the Simplest Form Calculator to simplify a fraction and obtain its decimal form.

Step 1: Enter the Numerator

In the field labeled Numerator, enter the numerator of your fraction. This field is required and only accepts integer values. Use the placeholder text “Enter numerator” as a guide for where to input this number.

Step 2: Enter the Denominator

In the field labeled Denominator, enter the denominator of your fraction. Similar to the numerator field, this field is mandatory. Ensure that the denominator is a positive integer greater than or equal to 1. The placeholder “Enter denominator” will indicate where to input this value.

Step 3: Receive the Simplified Fraction

• Simplified Numerator: The calculator will automatically compute the simplest form of the numerator. It uses the greatest common divisor (GCD) of the absolute values of the numerator and denominator to perform this calculation. The result is displayed with no decimal places.
• Simplified Denominator: Similarly, the simplest form of the denominator is calculated and displayed. This value also reflects the division by the GCD, ensuring the fraction is displayed in its lowest terms with no decimal places.

Step 4: View the Decimal Form

The Decimal Form of the fraction is automatically calculated and shown. This step presents your original fraction as a decimal with up to four decimal places for precision. The conversion is done by dividing the numerator by the denominator.

Following these steps will allow you to effectively use the Simplest Form Calculator to simplify fractions and view them in both fractional and decimal forms.