Math Fractions

A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

The numerator is the top number in a fraction and represents how many parts we have.

The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction and represents the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or proportion of a whole.

To find an equivalent fraction, you can multiply or divide both the numerator and the denominator by the same number.

To add fractions with the same denominator, add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

To add fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

To subtract fractions with the same denominator, subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

To subtract fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 2 1/2.