Fractions on a ruler

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, with a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator indicates the total number of equal parts into which a whole is divided.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

Back

The numerator indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient becomes the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.

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What is the length of 3/4 inches in decimal form?

Back

3/4 inches is equal to 0.75 inches.

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What is the length of 15/4 inches in decimal form?

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15/4 inches is equal to 3.75 inches.

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What is the length of 8/4 inches in decimal form?

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8/4 inches is equal to 2 inches.

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What is the length of 10/4 inches in decimal form?

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10/4 inches is equal to 2.5 inches.

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What is a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer, representing one part of a whole divided into equal parts.

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What is the unit fraction for dividing a whole into 9 equal parts?

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The unit fraction for dividing a whole into 9 equal parts is 1/9.