Understanding Fractions

Front

What is the number on the bottom of a fraction called?

Back

Denominator

Front

What is the number on the top of a fraction called?

Back

Numerator

Front

Which shape represents one half?

Back

A shape divided into 2 equal parts.

Front

What fraction of the m and m's are yellow if there are 5 yellow out of 25 total?

Back

1/5

Front

What does it mean if a fraction has the same numerator and denominator?

Back

It equals 1.

Front

What is a proper fraction?

Back

A fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.

Front

What is an improper fraction?

Back

A fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

Front

What is a mixed number?

Back

A whole number combined with a proper fraction.

Front

If a shape is divided into 6 equal parts and 5 are shaded, what fraction is shaded?

Back

5/6

Front

If you have 3/4 of a pizza and eat 1/4, how much is left?

Back

2/4 or 1/2 of the pizza.