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Question by  Chris49 (44)

Is there another name for a fraction bar?

 
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Answer by  Clement (1453)

If you write your fractions is 3/5, than the "forward slash" character can also be called "solidus", or "fraction solidus".

 
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Answer by  jack1207 (7)

vinculum is also called a fraction bar. It is a horizontal line placed over a mathematical expression, used to indicate that it is to be considered a group just like as fraction bar.

 
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Answer by  OrcaV (22)

When a fraction is expressed vertically, the horizontal fraction bar is called a 'vinculum'. If a fraction is expressed horizontally, it can be called a 'solidus'.

 
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