Editorial Policy
How we build, check and maintain our calculators.
Last updated November 8, 2026
Standard formulas
Every calculator is based on widely published, standard formulas. Each page shows the formula it uses so you can check the working.
Testing
Calculator math is tested against worked examples before it goes live, and re-tested whenever it changes.
Plain-English explanations
Explanations are written to be understood without specialist knowledge. Where a result depends on assumptions (rates, rounding, units), we say so.
AI assistance
The problem helper uses AI only to choose a calculator and read the numbers from your question. The answer itself always comes from the calculator's own formula, never from the AI.
Corrections
If you find a mistake, please contact us. We review every report and update the calculator and its explanation when needed.