Understanding the 7 Types of Fractions: Examples Explained
Explore the 7 types of fractions with examples to enhance your math skills. Perfect for students and learners!
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Proper fractions have a numerator smaller than the denominator (e.g., 3/4). Improper fractions have a numerator larger than or equal to the denominator (e.g., 5/2). Mixed fractions combine a whole number with a fraction (e.g., 2 1/3). Equivalent fractions represent the same value, even if numerators and denominators differ (e.g., 1/2 and 2/4). Like fractions share the same denominator (e.g., 2/7 and 3/7), while unlike fractions have different denominators (e.g., 1/3 and 2/5). Finally, unit fractions have numerators of one (e.g., 1/6).
FAQs & Answers
- What is a proper fraction? A proper fraction has a numerator that is smaller than the denominator, such as 3/4.
- What is an improper fraction? An improper fraction has a numerator that is larger than or equal to the denominator, for example, 5/2.
- What are mixed fractions? Mixed fractions combine a whole number with a fraction, like 2 1/3.
- What are equivalent fractions? Equivalent fractions represent the same value even if their numerators and denominators are different, such as 1/2 and 2/4.