Description: Meaning and types of fractions.
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Fractions
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Definition
- A Fraction is a part of a whole.
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Parts of a Fraction
- Numerator - The top part of a fraction.
- Denominator - The bottom part of a fraction.
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Mixed Fraction
- A combination of whole number and a proper fraction
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Operations
- Addition
- Subtraction
- Multiplication
- Division
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Like Fractions
- Fractions having the same denominators
- Example : 2/7 and 5/7 are like fractions.
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Unlike Fractions
- Fractions with different denominators.
- Example : 3/8 and 5/7 are unlike fractions.
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Proper Fraction
- Where Numerator < Denominator
- Example : 4/5
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Improper
- Where Numerator > Denominator
- Example : 7/3
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