Reciprocal of a Fraction Calculator
This calculator finds the reciprocal of a fraction and shows the working clearly. The reciprocal is found by swapping the top and bottom.
Step-by-step method
- Set up the problem. Write the fraction.
- Swap the numbers. Switch the numerator and denominator.
Example 1: 3/4
Step 1 - Set up the problem. Write the fraction.
In this problem: We are finding the reciprocal of 3/4.
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Step 2 - Swap the numbers. Switch the numerator and denominator.
In this problem: Swap the top and bottom: 3/4 becomes 4/3.
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Final answer: 3/4 = 4/3
Example 2: -5/2
Step 1 - Set up the problem. Write the fraction.
In this problem: We are finding the reciprocal of -5/2.
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Step 2 - Swap the numbers. Switch the numerator and denominator.
In this problem: Swap the top and bottom: -5/2 becomes -2/5.
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Final answer: -5/2 = -2/5
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