Fraction Vocab

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A number that expresses part of a whole unit

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fraction

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This number indicates how many parts make a whole, found at the bottom of a fraction.

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denominator

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This number shows how many parts are used, found on top in a fraction.

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numerator

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Fractions with different numbers but same value (e.g., 2/4 and 1/2).

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Equivalent fractions

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Fractions with the same denominator (2/3, 1/3)

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like fractions

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Fractions with different denominators are...

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unlike fractions

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A fraction that cannot be reduced

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lowest terms

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A number combining a whole and a fraction: 14 4/5

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mixed number

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Fraction with numerator > denominator: \( \frac{12}{7} \)

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Improper fraction

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\frac{11}{7} is an example of what?

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Improper Fraction