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What is the definition of a denominator?
What is the definition of a denominator?
What is a fraction greater than 1?
What is a fraction greater than 1?
A number which has a numerator greater than the denominator
What are equal parts?
What are equal parts?
Parts that are exactly the same size
What is a fraction?
What is a fraction?
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What are halves?
What are halves?
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What is a numerator?
What is a numerator?
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What are fourths?
What are fourths?
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What are eights?
What are eights?
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What are sixths?
What are sixths?
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What are thirds?
What are thirds?
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What is a whole?
What is a whole?
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What is a unit fraction?
What is a unit fraction?
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Study Notes
Understanding Fractions
- Denominator: Represents how many equal parts are in the whole; appears below the line in a fraction.
- Numerator: Indicates how many parts are being considered; located above the line in a fraction.
Types of Fractions
- Fractions greater than 1: Occur when the numerator exceeds the denominator, indicating a quantity larger than a whole.
- Unit Fraction: A specific type of fraction where the numerator is 1, representing a single part of the whole.
Equal Parts and Their Divisions
- Equal Parts: Parts that are identical in size, crucial for understanding fractions.
- Halves: Result from dividing a whole into 2 equal parts.
- Thirds: Created by splitting a whole into 3 equal segments.
- Fourths: Result from dividing a whole into 4 equal segments.
- Sixths: Arise from dividing a whole into 6 equal parts.
- Eighths: Result from dividing a whole into 8 equal parts.
Concept of Whole
- Whole: Represents the entirety of an object or group before any division into parts.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards from Go Math Chapter 8 focusing on key concepts related to fractions. Each card provides a definition to help you understand important terminology used in mathematics. Perfect for visual learners looking to reinforce their understanding of fractions.