Types of Fractions

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If the numerator is greater than the denominator then this type of fraction is called...

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improper fraction

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A fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator is called...

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proper fraction

Front

What do you call a fraction that consists of a whole number and a proper fraction?

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mixed number

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A fraction with a numerator of 1 is called...

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unit fraction

Front

What is the term for fractions that have the same denominator?

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like fractions

Front

What do you call fractions that have different denominators?

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unlike fractions

Front

What is the process of finding a common denominator for fractions called?

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finding a common denominator

Front

What is the term for the top number in a fraction?

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numerator

Front

What is the term for the bottom number in a fraction?

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denominator

Front

If you have 3/4 and 1/4, what is the sum?

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1 (or 4/4)