Fraction Foundations
What is the name for the top number in a fraction?
Numerator
Turn to a mixed number
7/2
3 1/2
Add the fractions: 1/8 + 3/8
4/8 or 1/2
What do you call two fractions that are represented by different numbers, but reflect the same amount?
Equivalent fractions
Turn to a mixed number
13/4
3 1/4
Add the fractions: 1/4 + 2/4
3/4
What is the name for the bottom number in a fraction.
Denominator
Turn to a mixed number
27/5
5 2/5
5 x 1/5
5/5 = 1
What is the conversion of a mixed number?
Improper fraction
13/12
1 1/12
Subtract the fractions: 2/5 - 1/10
3/10
What is a number composed of a whole number & a fraction called?
Mixed Number
100/25
4
Subtract the fractions: 5 1/6 - 3 2/3
1 9/18 = 1 1/2