Fraction Calculator - Calculation: 1/4

Calculator Fraction to Decimal Enter fraction expression: 1/4 This fraction calculator performs all fraction operations - addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division — and evaluates expressions with fractions. Each calculation includes detailed step-by-step explanations.

1/4 = 1/4 = 0.25

Spelled out: one quarter.

Rules for expressions with fractions:

Fractions - Use a forward slash to separate the numerator and denominator. For example, for five-hundredths, enter 5/100. Mixed numbers Leave one space between the whole number and the fraction part, and use a forward slash for the fraction. For example, enter 1 2/3 . For negative mixed numbers, write the negative sign before the whole number, such as -5 1/2. Division of fractions - Since the forward slash is used for both fraction lines and division, use a colon (:) to divide fractions. For example, to divide 1/2 by 1/3, enter 1/2 : 1/3. Decimals Enter decimal numbers using a decimal point (.), and they will be automatically converted to fractions. For example, enter 1.45.

Math Symbols

Symbol	Symbol name	Symbol Meaning	Example
+	plus sign	addition	1/2 + 1/3
-	minus sign	subtraction	1 1/2 - 2/3
*	asterisk	multiplication	2/3 * 3/4
×	times sign	multiplication	2/3 × 5/6
:	division sign	division	1/2 : 3
/	division slash	division	1/3 / 5
:	colon	complex fraction	1/2 : 1/3
^	caret	exponentiation / power	1/4^3
()	parentheses	calculate expression inside first	-3/5 - (-1/4)

Order of Operations Ever wondered why calculators don't just work left to right? This calculator follows the mathematical order of operations — a set of rules that ensures everyone solves expressions the same way, every time. Popular Memory Tricks Different regions use different mnemonics to remember this order: * PEMDAS - Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication, Division, Addition, Subtraction * BEDMAS - Brackets, Exponents, Division, Multiplication, Addition, Subtraction * BODMAS - Brackets, Order (or "Of"), Division, Multiplication, Addition, Subtraction * GEMDAS - Grouping symbols (parentheses, brackets, braces: (){}), Exponents, Multiplication, Division, Addition, Subtraction The Golden Rules Rule 1: Multiplication and division always come before addition and subtraction. Think of them as the VIPs that skip to the front of the line! Rule 2: When operations have equal priority (like × and ÷, or + and −), work from left to right—just like reading a book. Rule 3: Parentheses change the natural order of evaluation of operations.

Fractions in word problems:

• Puzzle game In a letter puzzle game, John can use each letter of the alphabet only once. He used only 8 letters to solve the puzzle. What fraction of the 26 letters in the alphabet did he use? Express your answer as a fraction in simplest form.
• In fractions An ant climbs 2/5 of the pole in the first hour and climbs 1/4 of the pole in the next hour. What part of the pole does the ant climb in two hours?
• Vegetarian menu At a restaurant, 2/3 of the dishes on the menu are vegetarian. Of the vegetarian dishes, 1/10 are pasta dishes. What fraction of the dishes on the menu are vegetarian pasta dishes?
• Test questions Irena solves the test. She solved three-quarters of all questions during the first reading and another sixth during the review. In total, she solved 22 questions. How many questions does the whole test consist of?
• The cat The cat starts with 4/6 of a cup in his bowl. It eats 1/4 of a cup of food. How much food is left?
• Peter multiplies Peter try to calculate: 3/4 x 2/3 He did 3x3 to get 9 and 4 x 2 to get 8. The final answer is 8/9. Can you explain the error and how to help? What is the correct answer?
• A less than B What is 3/5 less than 11/12? (Answer should be in proper or improper only: Example 1/2, -1/2, 3/2, and -3/2)

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Last Modified: February 16, 2026

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