Any number written in the form of one whole number over another, indicating number of parts being considered over the number of parts that make one whole.
Fraction
the result when two numbers are added
Sum
The top number of a fraction. It indicates how many parts of a certain size are represented.
Numerator
Numbers equal to or less than a given number that divides the number evenly.
Factors
Fractions that are found by multiplying the numerators and denominators by the same number.
Equivalent Fractions
The number after the division sign in a division problem; or the bottom number of a fraction; the number "outside" the division house.
Divisor
The smallest matching multiple of two or more given numbers. It is used to "boost" fractions
Least Common Denominator
Rewriting a fraction as an equivalent fraction with a higher denominator.
Boosting
Bottom number of a fraction indicating how many parts make a whole.
Denominator
The largest matching factor of two or more given numbers. It is used to reduce fractions.
Greatest Common Factor
Any fraction with the numerator larger than the denominator.
Improper Fraction
The solution to a division problem.
Quotient
Any fraction when the numerator is less than the denominator.
Proper Fraction
A whole number and a fraction.
Mixed Number
The result when two numbers are subtracted.
Difference
The line separating the numerator and denominator in a fraction, and it indicates division.
Fraction Bar
The result when two numbers are multiplied.
Product
Dividing the numerator and the denominator by the same number to get an equivalent fraction.
Reducing
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