[boost] [rational] why is int_type private?

From: Jody Hagins (jody-boost-011304_at_[hidden])
Date: 2004-02-29 15:37:27

Converting to/from boost::rational I have occasion to need the
underlying integer type.  Why is this typedef private, and not
accessible to users?

I looked through the archives, but can only find a similar question from
Jonathan Turkanis, with n reply.

Thanks!