The Fraction Machine is an educational app which finds factors, GCF’s, LCM, adds, subtracts, multiples, divides and simplifies fractions. It has a number of ‘How To’ screens as well which set out some strategies/steps to use when working with fractions. It is the perfect companion for students learning about fractions. Ideal for them to use to check their work.

Main Screens and the functions they perform:

Menu
The Fraction Machine (+, -, x , ÷, of and simplifies the answer).
Displays a proper fraction and part of a circle.
Compares the sizes of 2 proper fractions.
Finds the factors of a number.
Finds the GCF and LCM of 2 numbers.
Simplifies fractions.
Converts a mixed number into an improper fraction.
Converts an improper fraction into a mixed number.
Converts fractions into decimals and vice versa.
Link to ‘How To…” menu.

“How To” Screens:

How to find factors of a number.
How to simplify a fraction (reduce it to its lowest terms).
How to add or subtract fractions with different denominators.
How to multiply or divide fractions.
How to convert a mixed number into an improper fraction.
How to convert an improper fraction into a mixed number.

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