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Definition
Definition
A fraction is a part of a whole.
A fraction is a part of a whole.
The denominator refers to the number of equal parts that the whole is divided into.
The denominator refers to the number of equal parts that the whole is divided into.
The numerator in a fraction refers to the number of equal parts out of the whole.
The numerator in a fraction refers to the number of equal parts out of the whole.
Like Fractions are fractions with the same denominator.
Like Fractions are fractions with the same denominator.
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Use the applet below to visualise a fraction.
Use the applet below to visualise a fraction.
Fun Fact
Fun Fact
The word fraction comes from the root latin word 'fractio' meaning 'to break'. In Christian tradition, 'Fractio Panis' refers to the act of breaking bread during communion.
The word fraction comes from the root latin word 'fractio' meaning 'to break'. In Christian tradition, 'Fractio Panis' refers to the act of breaking bread during communion.
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