Factors of denominator. Fractions have only denominators that are
factors of the /c value, and they're reduced as much as possible. For
example, if you're calculating stock prices, you might want to see
and ( /c value is 8 ). Or if the /c value is 12, possible denominators
are 2, 3, 4, 6, and 12.
Fixed denominator. Fractions always use the /c value as the
denominator — they're not reduced. For example, if you're working with time
measurements, you might want to see ( /c value is 60 ).
To select a fraction format, you must change the states of two flags. Each flag can
be "set" or "clear," and in one case the state of flag 9 doesn't matter.
To Get This Fraction Format:
Most precise
Factors of denominator
Fixed denominator
You can change flags 8 and 9 to set the fraction format using the steps listed here.
(Because flags are especially useful in programs, their use is covered in detail in
chapter 13.)
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1. Press
2. To set a flag, press { } and type the flag number, such as 8.
To clear a flag, press { ) and type the flag number.
To see if a flag is set, press { } and type the flag number. Press
to clear the or response.
Examples of Fraction Displays
The following table shows how the number 2.77 is displayed in the three fraction
formats for two /c values.
5–6
Fractions
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Change These Flags:
8
9
Clear
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Set
Clear
Set
Set
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