This key facts covers What Are Fractions? within Fractions Basics for GCSE Mathematics. Revise Fractions Basics in Number for GCSE Mathematics with 12 exam-style questions and 22 flashcards. This topic appears less often, but it can still be a useful differentiator on mixed-topic papers. It is section 2 of 14 in this topic. Use this key facts to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Topic position
Section 2 of 14
Practice
12 questions
Recall
22 flashcards
What Are Fractions?
- Fraction: Part of a whole, written as one number over another
- Numerator: Top number - how many parts we have
- Denominator: Bottom number - how many equal parts in total
- Fraction bar: The line between them means "divided by"
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← Numerator (parts taken)
← Denominator (total parts)
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Practice Questions for Fractions Basics
In the fraction 5/8, which number is the denominator?
Explain the difference between a proper fraction, an improper fraction and a mixed number. Give one example of each.
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