- We use fractions in our everyday lives. A fraction is a number that can name part of a whole.
- The picture above shows a measuring cup with dry beans. There is a 1/2 of cup of dry beans. The "1" is the numerator, which is the number on top. The "2" is the denominator, which is the number on the bottom. The fraction is read as one-half.
- Click the following link to find more examples of fractions: http://www.coolmath.com/fractions/fractions-01-what-are-they-01.html
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