- Simplify complex fractions
complex fractions
A complex fraction is a fraction in which the numerator and/or the denominator include fractions.
[latex]\dfrac{\frac{1}{2}}{\frac{3}{4}}[/latex]
In keeping with the order of operations, you should evaluate the numerator and the denominator separately before dividing the numerator by the denominator. When using a calculator, use parentheses to indicate that the operations in the numerator and the denominator should be completed first, as shown:
[latex](1/2)/(3/4) \approx 0.667[/latex]
definition
a fraction in which the numerator and/or the denominator include fractions
top of the fraction
bottom value of the fraction