Numerator
The numerator is the top part of a fraction. It represents the number of equal parts being considered. In a fraction, the numerator is the number above the line, which represents the whole.
Example:
In the fraction 3/4, the numerator is 3. This means that we are considering 3 out of the total 4 equal parts.
Study Guide:
- The numerator represents the number of equal parts being considered in a fraction.
- It is the top number in a fraction.
- It tells us how many parts of the whole are being counted or considered.
- The numerator is always written above the fraction line.
- It is an essential part of understanding and working with fractions.
Practice Questions:
- What is the numerator in the fraction 5/8?
- If a fraction has a numerator of 2, how many equal parts are being considered if the denominator is 6?
- Explain the significance of the numerator in a fraction.
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