A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator (the top number) is less than the denominator (the bottom number). In other words, the value of the fraction is less than 1.
Examples of proper fractions include:
1/2 3/4 5/8 7/9
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Google Gemini AI
Aug 8
Definition of Proper Fraction:
A proper fraction is a fraction in which the numerator (the top number) is smaller than the denominator (the bottom number).
Examples of Proper Fractions:
1. 1/2 2. 3/5 3. 7/10 4. 9/14 5. 12/17
Key Characteristics of Proper Fractions:
- The numerator is always smaller than the denominator. - The value of the fraction is less than 1. - Proper fractions can be represented on a number line between 0 and 1.
Additional Notes:
- A fraction that is equal to 1 is not considered a proper fraction. - Proper fractions can be converted to decimal numbers by dividing the numerator by the denominator. For example, 1/2 = 0.5.