Fractions Vocabulary

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What is a Denominator?

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The bottom number of a fraction that tells how many equal parts there are in all.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction is a number that names part of a whole.

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What is a Numerator?

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The number of parts that are counted, separated or shaded.

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What does it mean for fractions to have equal parts?

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Fractions are equal parts when the whole is divided into pieces of the same size.

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What is an example of a fraction?

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1/2, which means one out of two equal parts.

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What is the relationship between the numerator and denominator?

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The numerator tells how many parts we have, while the denominator tells how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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Can a fraction be greater than 1?

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Yes, a fraction can be greater than 1 if the numerator is larger than the denominator.

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What does it mean if a fraction is improper?

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An improper fraction is when the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is when the numerator is less than the denominator.

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