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