Multiplicative Inverse
Find multiplicative inverse (reciprocal) of a number. Formula: Inverse = 1 / n. Example: 1/2 = 0.5, 1/4 = 0.25. Property: n × (1/n) = 1
Formula
Inverse = 1 / n
n = 2
Inputs
- Number: 2
1/2 = 0.5
Frequently asked questions
What's the point?
Multiplicative inverses are key to division and fraction simplification
Why no zero?
1/0 is undefined in mathematics