Question 1

How do I compare fractions with different denominators?

Accepted Answer

Find a common denominator or convert to decimals. Example: 3/4 vs 2/3 → 9/12 vs 8/12 → 3/4 is larger.

Question 2

Which fraction is larger: 5/8 or 3/5?

Accepted Answer

Convert: 5/8 = 0.625, 3/5 = 0.6. So 5/8 > 3/5. Or cross-multiply: 5×5=25 vs 8×3=24, so 5/8 is larger.

Question 3

How accurate are these calculations?

Accepted Answer

Our calculator uses double-precision floating-point arithmetic, accurate to about 15-16 significant digits for most calculations.

Question 4

Can I use the result in further calculations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, results are calculated to full precision. You can copy the exact value or use the rounded display depending on your needs.

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