superparticular number

noun

superparticular number

noun
1

Mathematics, Sciences A number in the form of a ratio where the dividend equals the divisor plus one.

  • 2/1, 3/2, 4/3 and 8/7 are all superparticular numbers.
Synonyms
epimoric ratio, superparticular ratio

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