What is a fraction?


A fraction is represented with two numbers written one below the other, separated by a divider.

Fractions, Numerator, Denominator:


When a whole is divided into equal parts, the parts are represented using fractions. In a fraction, 

  • The number written at the top is known as the numerator, and 
  • The number written at the bottom is known as the denominator. 

The total number of equal parts that a whole is divided into is shown by the denominator, while the number of parts is selected is shown by the numerator. 

For example, if a shape is divided into 5 equal parts, of which 3 are selected, then the selected portion is 3/5.


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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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