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 formula is:

Where:

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

Explanation: The numerator represents how many parts we have, while the denominator represents how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

3. Importance of Fractions

Details: Fractions are fundamental in mathematics and daily life, used in measurements, ratios, probabilities, and many practical applications like cooking, construction, and financial calculations.

4. Using the Calculator

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

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if I enter zero for denominator?
A: Division by zero is undefined. The calculator will not compute a result if denominator is zero.

Q2: Can I enter decimal numbers?
A: Yes, the calculator accepts both whole numbers and decimals for numerator and denominator.

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

Q4: What's the difference between simple and complex fractions?
A: Simple fractions have integers in numerator/denominator, while complex fractions may have fractions within fractions.

Q5: How do I simplify fractions?
A: Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of numerator and denominator, then divide both by the GCD.