Introduction to Fractions

Front

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

Back

denominator

Front

What happens when the numerator and denominator of a fraction are the same?

Back

The fraction is equal to 1.

Front

What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

Back

The number of parts you have.

Front

What fraction of a circle represents one quarter?

Back

1/4

Front

What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

Back

The number of parts the whole is divided into.

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

How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

Back

Divide the numerator by the denominator to find the whole number, and use the remainder as the new numerator.

Front

What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

Back

The largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.