Fraction of a Whole Number

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does 'of' mean in a mathematical context?

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In mathematics, 'of' typically means to multiply. For example, '1/3 of 15' means 1/3 multiplied by 15.

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How do you find a fraction of a whole number?

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To find a fraction of a whole number, multiply the whole number by the numerator and then divide by the denominator.

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What is 1/7 of 49?

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7

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What is 1/3 of 15?

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5

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What is 1/6 of 18?

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3

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What is 1/5 of 15?

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3

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What is 1/3 of 21?

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7

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts in the whole.