Common Fraction
Definition: A "common fraction" is a way of showing a part of a whole number using two integers (whole numbers). It is written with one number on top (the numerator) and another number on the bottom (the denominator), separated by a line. The numerator tells how many parts you have, and the denominator tells how many equal parts there are in a whole.
Usage Instructions: - When you want to express a part of something, like a pizza or a cake, you can use a common fraction. - Examples of common fractions are 1/2 (one-half), 3/4 (three-fourths), and 5/8 (five-eighths).
Example: - If you have a pizza divided into 8 slices and you eat 3 slices, you can say you have eaten 3/8 of the pizza.
Advanced Usage: - Common fractions can be converted into decimal numbers or percentages. For example, 1/2 is equal to 0.5 or 50%. - You can also simplify common fractions. For instance, 4/8 simplifies to 1/2.
Word Variants: - Improper Fraction: A fraction where the numerator is larger than the denominator (e.g., 5/3). - Mixed Number: A combination of a whole number and a common fraction (e.g., 1 1/2).
Different Meaning: - In mathematics, "fraction" can also refer to any number that is not a whole number, but a "common fraction" specifically refers to the simple form with integers.
Synonyms: - Fraction (in the context of mathematics). - Ratio (although this can have a broader meaning).
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs: - There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly relate to "common fraction." However, you might hear phrases like "take a fraction of something," which means to take a small part of a whole.