Multiplicative Inverse Calculator

Calculator for calculating the multiplicative inverse (reciprocal) 1/x


This function calculates the multiplicative inverse or reciprocal of an integer or decimal number. The reciprocal of a number x is the number that results if Invertierung is divided.

To calculate, enter a real number, then click the 'Calculate' button.


Reciprocal calculator

 Input
Real number x
Decimal places
  Result
Reciprocal 1 ÷ X

Description of the reciprocal


The reciprocal of a number is simply the fraction that results when you divide 1 by that number.

The formula is:

\[\text{Reciprocal of} \ x= \frac{1}{x}\]

Example:

The reciprocal of 4 is:

\[\frac{1}{4}=0.25\]

The reciprocal of -2 is:

\[\frac{1}{-2}= -0.5\]

The reciprocal of 0 is not defined because you cannot divide by zero.

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