1. What is a Dollar Word?

A dollar word is a word where the sum of the letter values (A=1, B=2, ..., Z=26) equals exactly 100. This concept is often used in educational settings to teach mathematics and vocabulary.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• A = 1, B = 2, C = 3, ..., Z = 26
• Only alphabetical characters are considered
• Non-alphabetical characters are ignored
• Case insensitive (A and a both equal 1)

3. Importance of Dollar Words

Educational Value: Dollar words help students practice addition, learn letter values, and expand their vocabulary in an engaging way. They are commonly used in elementary school mathematics and language arts.

4. Using the Calculator

Instructions: Enter any word in the input field and click "Calculate" to see the total dollar value. The calculator will show both the total value and a breakdown of each letter's value.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What makes a word a "dollar word"?
A: A dollar word is any word where the sum of its letter values equals exactly 100 cents (dollars).

Q2: Are there any famous dollar words?
A: Some common dollar words include "contented" and "elevens" - both sum to exactly 100.

Q3: Does capitalization matter?
A: No, the calculator is case-insensitive. "Apple" and "APPLE" will both calculate the same value.

Q4: What about spaces and punctuation?
A: Only alphabetical characters are counted. Spaces, numbers, and punctuation are ignored in the calculation.

Q5: Can I calculate phrases or sentences?
A: Yes, but only alphabetical characters will be considered. The calculator will ignore spaces and punctuation.