Understanding Fractions

Front

The number at the top of a fraction is called_______________

Back

numerator

Front

What fraction of the shape is NOT shaded?

Back

3/4

Front

A unit fraction always has a numerator of __________

Back

1

Front

The number at the bottom of a fraction is called the _____________________ (PLEASE USE LOWER CASE LETTERS ONLY)

Back

denominator

Front

What is 1/2 + 1/2?

Back

1

Front

What is 3/4 - 1/4?

Back

1/2

Front

If you have 2/3 of a pizza and eat 1/3, how much is left?

Back

1/3

Front

What is the fraction for one whole?

Back

1/1 or 1

Front

What does it mean if a fraction is in simplest form?

Back

It cannot be reduced any further.

Front

What is 1/4 of 8?

Back

2