Mathematics
glossary of terms
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denominator
denominator
In a fraction, this is the name given to the number below the line.
common denominator
This is the term used for the identical denominators of two or more fractions.
vulgar fraction
This is the name given to a fraction where the numerator and denominator are integers.
probability
This is the term used when discussing how likely it is that something will happen.
reduce a fraction
To reduce refers to simplifying a fraction.
numerator
This is the name given to the number above the line in a fraction.
rational number
This is name given to a real number expressed as a common fraction.
simplify a fraction
A fraction is said to be in its simplest form when the numerator and denominator can’t be any less.
simple fraction
This is the name given to a fraction where the numerator and denominator are integers.
improper fraction
This is the name given to a common fraction where the numerator is greater than the denominator.