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 displayed above a line, and a non-zero denominator displayed below that line.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the basic fraction formula:

Where:

• \( a \) — Numerator (the number above the fraction line)
• \( b \) — Denominator (the number below the fraction line, cannot be zero)
• \( value \) — The decimal result of the division

Explanation: The fraction represents division of the numerator by the denominator.

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 finance.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter any number for the numerator and any non-zero number for the denominator. The calculator will compute the decimal value of the fraction.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if I enter zero for the denominator?
A: The calculator will not accept zero as denominator since division by zero is undefined in mathematics.

Q2: Can I enter negative numbers?
A: Yes, you can enter negative numbers for either numerator or denominator (but not both unless you want a positive result).

Q3: What's the difference between a fraction and a decimal?
A: Fractions and decimals represent the same values in different forms. Fractions show the ratio of two numbers, while decimals show the exact value.

Q4: How precise are the calculations?
A: The calculator shows results rounded to 4 decimal places, but uses full precision for calculations.

Q5: Can this calculator simplify fractions?
A: This version calculates the decimal value. For fraction simplification, you would need a different calculator.