1. What is a Fraction?

A fraction represents a part of a whole or, more generally, any number of equal parts. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number) separated by a fraction bar.

2. How to Calculate Fractions

The basic fraction calculation formula is:

Where:

• Numerator — The number above the fraction line
• Denominator — The number below the fraction line

Key Points: The denominator cannot be zero. Fractions can be simplified by dividing both numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor.

3. Practical Applications

Details: Fractions are used in cooking (recipes), construction (measurements), finance (interest rates), and many other real-world applications where precise ratios are needed.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter any numbers for numerator and denominator (denominator must not be zero). The calculator will compute the decimal equivalent of the fraction.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if my denominator is zero?
A: Division by zero is undefined. You'll receive an error message if you try to calculate with denominator = 0.

Q2: Can I enter decimal numbers?
A: Yes, both numerator and denominator can be decimal numbers.

Q3: How precise are the results?
A: Results are rounded to 4 decimal places for readability.

Q4: Can this calculator simplify fractions?
A: This version calculates the decimal equivalent. For simplified fractions, you would need to find the greatest common divisor.

Q5: How do I enter fractions on different calculators?
A: Scientific calculators usually have a fraction button (a b/c). Basic calculators require division (numerator ÷ denominator).