skråstrekbrøk

A skråstrekbrøk, also known as a diagonal fraction or simply a fraction, is a mathematical expression that represents a division of two numbers. The top number is called the numerator, and the bottom number is called the denominator. The diagonal slash (/) separates the numerator from the denominator. This notation is a concise way to write fractions, commonly used in various contexts including arithmetic, algebra, and computer programming.

The numerator indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered, while the denominator indicates the total number of equal parts that make up the whole. For example, in the skråstrekbrøk 1/2, the numerator is 1 and the denominator is 2. This represents one part out of two equal parts, often understood as one half.

Skråstrekbrøker can be used to represent various mathematical concepts. They are fundamental in arithmetic for performing division and representing rational numbers. In algebra, they are used in equations and expressions to denote ratios and proportions. In computer science, this notation is frequently employed for division operations and representing data structures. The interpretation of a skråstrekbrøk remains consistent: the division of the numerator by the denominator.