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Using Algebrator

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Enter the whole part and then the numerator and denominator of the fractional
part.

How do you "exit" a fraction?
For example, if the cursor is at the end of a denominator and you want to add
another fraction to the existing one. Simply press the

key

the cursor’s

size will tell you your exact position within the expression.

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Entering rational expressions
Adding and subtracting fractions
Multiplying and dividing fractions

Related help topics
Entering exponents
Entering radicals

2.1.4

Entering exponents
Just like fractions, exponents can be entered in several different ways.

Note that

has a pull-down arrow that enables you to access other

exponent buttons.

Using the exponent character

‘^’

Example:
Typing a^b will create

. However, notice that ab^2 will create

,

which may not be what you intended. There are several ways to "force" a into

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