Fractions

In mathematics, a fraction represents a part of a whole or a part of a set. It is written in the form of a numerator over a denominator, separated by a horizontal line. For example, the fraction 3/4 represents three parts out of four equal parts.

Parts of a Fraction:

Numerator: The number above the line in a fraction that represents the part being considered.
Denominator: The number below the line in a fraction that represents the total number of equal parts in the whole or set.

Types of Fractions:

Fractions can be classified into different types:

Proper Fraction: A fraction in which the numerator is less than the denominator, such as 2/5.
Improper Fraction: A fraction in which the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 7/3.
Mixed Number: A combination of a whole number and a fraction, such as 1 2/3.
Equivalent Fractions: Fractions that represent the same value, but may have different numerators and denominators, such as 1/2 and 2/4.

Operations with Fractions:

There are four main operations that can be performed with fractions:

Addition: To add fractions, find a common denominator, add the numerators, and simplify if necessary.
Subtraction: To subtract fractions, find a common denominator, subtract the numerators, and simplify if necessary.
Multiplication: To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators and denominators together, and simplify if necessary.
Division: To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction, and simplify if necessary.

Study Guide:

When studying fractions, it's important to understand the concept of parts of a whole or parts of a set. Practice identifying the numerator and denominator in different fractions. Learn to classify fractions as proper, improper, mixed numbers, or equivalent fractions. Practice performing addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with fractions. Use visual aids such as fraction bars or circles to help understand the concept of fractions as parts of a whole. Finally, practice solving word problems involving fractions to apply the concepts learned.

Remember to always simplify fractions and convert improper fractions to mixed numbers when necessary.

Good luck with your studies!

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NUMBER SENSE

Know commonly used fractions (halves, thirds, fourths, fifths, eighths, tenths) and their decimal and percent equivalents. Convert between any two representations (fractions, decimals, percents) of positive rational numbers without the use of a calculator.