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Definition |
A fraction is a way of representing division of a 'whole' into 'parts'. It has the form |
Some examples of fractions:
A graphical example of fraction 1/3 is shown by the pie chart below. The pie is divided into 3 equal parts. The blue part is equal to one third of the pie, thus 1/3.
A graphical example of fraction 7/8 is shown by the apples below. A box holds 8 apples. One apple is missing from the box. There are 7 apples left in the box, thus 7/8.
