1. What is a Fraction?

A fraction represents a part of a whole or, more generally, any number of equal parts. A fraction consists of a numerator displayed above a line, and a denominator displayed below that line.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the standard fraction representation:

Where:

• \( a \) — Numerator (the number above the fraction line)
• \( b \) — Denominator (the number below the fraction line)

Explanation: The fraction represents the division of numerator by denominator (a ÷ b).

3. Importance of Fractions

Details: Fractions are fundamental in mathematics and appear in everyday life for representing parts, ratios, division, and proportions.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter any integer for numerator and any non-zero integer for denominator. The calculator will show both the fractional representation and decimal equivalent.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if the denominator is zero?
A: Division by zero is undefined. The denominator must be a non-zero value.

Q2: Can I enter negative numbers?
A: Yes, both numerator and denominator can be negative, following standard mathematical rules for fractions.

Q3: How are simplified fractions shown?
A: Currently the calculator shows the exact input fraction. For simplified form, you would need to divide numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor.

Q4: What about mixed numbers?
A: This calculator shows proper/improper fractions. For mixed numbers, you would need to separate the whole number part.

Q5: What's the precision of decimal results?
A: Results are shown with 4 decimal places for clarity.