AI Math Solver

Type an equation or paste a word problem. See every step explained, a verified final answer, or a check of your own solution.

Math Solver
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What the Math Solver does

The Math Solver works through math problems with clear, numbered steps and explains why each step is taken. It handles arithmetic, fractions and percentages, equations and inequalities, systems of equations, quadratic equations, geometry, basic statistics and probability, introductory calculus and word problems. For word problems it first writes down what is given and what is asked, which is often the hardest part.

The solver double-checks its arithmetic and, where possible, verifies the result, for example by substituting the solution back into the equation. The final answer appears on its own line in bold so you can find it quickly.

How to use it

  1. Type the problem or paste a word problem into the input box. For powers and roots, type symbols like x² and √, or write them as x^2 and sqrt(x).
  2. Choose what you need:
    • Solve it – a complete solution.
    • Check my solution – paste your own working below the problem, and the solver finds any mistakes and shows the correct steps.
    • Explain the method – the general method for this type of problem first, then applied to yours.
  3. Pick the detail level: full steps with explanations, or a short solution with only the key steps.
  4. Press Generate. Copy the solution, Regenerate for another approach, or Continue in chat to ask about a step.

The explanation is written in the language of your problem.

Tips for better results

  • Write the problem exactly. Use brackets to make the order clear: 1/(x+2) is not the same as 1/x+2.
  • Include units and conditions. "x is a positive integer" or "round to two decimal places" can change the answer.
  • Name the method your class uses. If your teacher expects factoring rather than the quadratic formula, say so.
  • Use "Check my solution" for practice. Solve it yourself first, then let the solver find where you went wrong. That is how you learn the method.
  • Ask about one step. If step 4 makes no sense, Continue in chat and ask "Why did we divide both sides by 2 in step 4?"

For broader study help, see the guide to AI for students.

Example

StepWorking
ProblemSolve 2x² − 5x − 3 = 0
1. Identify coefficientsa = 2, b = −5, c = −3
2. Discriminantb² − 4ac = 25 + 24 = 49
3. Quadratic formulax = (5 ± √49) / 4 = (5 ± 7) / 4
4. Two solutionsx = 12/4 = 3 or x = −2/4 = −1/2
5. Check2·9 − 15 − 3 = 0 and 2·¼ + 5/2 − 3 = 0
Answerx = 3 or x = −1/2

With "Explain the method", the solver would first explain when to use the quadratic formula and what the discriminant tells you about the number of solutions.

Limits and honest use

  • Check important results. The solver verifies its work, but AI can still make calculation errors, especially in long problems. For exams, assignments and anything with real consequences, check the answer with a calculator or a second method.
  • Text only. You cannot upload a photo of a problem. Type it in, and describe diagrams in words, such as "a right triangle with legs 3 and 4".
  • Plain-text math. Formulas are written with ordinary symbols like ×, ÷, √ and ², not typeset notation, so they display everywhere.
  • Learn, do not copy. Teachers usually want to see your own working. Use the steps to understand the method, then solve similar problems yourself. Follow your school's rules on AI tools.
For questions beyond calculation, such as why a theorem works or how to approach a physics problem, try the Homework Helper. Writing code for a math task? Use the Code Assistant.

FAQ

Is the Math Solver free?

Yes, with no account. Every visitor gets a daily allowance of free messages, shared with the chat and the other tools, which resets every day.

What level of math can it handle?

Everything from basic arithmetic to high school algebra, geometry and trigonometry, plus common university topics like derivatives, integrals and basic statistics. Very advanced or research-level problems are less reliable.

How do I type exponents, fractions and roots?

Use x² or x^2 for powers, a slash for fractions like 3/4, and √ or sqrt() for roots. Brackets help make the order clear.

Can it solve word problems?

Yes. Paste the full problem. The solver lists what is given and what is asked, sets up the equation and solves it step by step.

Can I get a practice problem?

Yes. Click Continue in chat and ask for a similar problem, or start a practice session in the chat.

Ready when you are

Open the chat and ask your first question. It's free, and there is nothing to install.

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