Unit 1 Vocab

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benchmark fraction

Back

Common fractions used for estimating, such as 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, & 3/4.

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decimal

Back

A number with one or more digits to the right of the decimal point.

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denominator

Back

The bottom number of a fraction, which tells how many equal parts are in the whole.

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equivalent

Back

Equal; the same.

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fraction

Back

Part of a whole.

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greater than

Back

Symbol used to compare two numbers or quantities when the greater number or quantity is given first.

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improper fraction

Back

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

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less than

Back

Symbol used to compare two numbers or quantities when the smaller/lesser number or quantity is given first.

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mixed number

Back

A number made up of a whole number and a fraction.

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numerator

Back

The part of a fraction above the line, which tells how many parts are being counted.