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Daraga Community College

College of Education

Daraga, Albay

BASIC CONCEPTS OF FRACTIONS

Name: Jasmine B. Nuria


Yr & Course: II – BEED BLOCK 5 NS
Instructor Name: Joey Mantes
ABSTRACT

This report explores the basic concepts of fractions, a fundamental mathematical


concept essential for both academic success and practical daily activities. It begins by
defining fractions, explaining their components—numerator and denominator—and their
significance in representing parts of a whole. The report then delves into the different
types of fractions, including proper, improper, mixed numbers, unit fractions, like
fractions, unlike fractions, and equivalent fractions, each explained with clear definitions
and examples.

Understanding these types is crucial for accurately interpreting and working with
fractions in various contexts. The report also covers the four basic operations with
fractions—addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division—providing examples and
explaining the processes involved. Mastery of these operations is essential for problem-
solving in both mathematical exercises and real-world applications. The report
concludes by emphasizing the importance of fractions in daily life and the necessity of a
solid understanding of these concepts for further mathematical learning.
INTRODUCTION

Fractions are an integral part of our daily lives, often used without us even
realizing it. When cooking, for instance, recipes frequently call for half a cup of
sugar or a quarter teaspoon of salt, requiring an understanding of fractions to
measure ingredients accurately. In shopping, fractions come into play when
calculating discounts, such as when a store offers 25% off or when dividing costs
among friends.

Moreover, fractions are essential when dividing items, like slicing a pizza into
equal parts or splitting a bill. These everyday tasks highlight the practical
importance of fractions, demonstrating their foundational role not only in
mathematics but also in making informed decisions and solving problems in daily
life.

MAIN BODY

Objectives

• Understand the components of a fraction.


• Identify and differentiate between various types of fractions.
• Perform basic operations with fractions.

Definition of a Fraction
Fractions are defined as the parts of a whole. The whole can be an object or a group of
objects. In real life, when we cut a piece of cake from the whole of it, then the portion is
a fraction of the cake. The term ‘fraction’ is from the Latin word “Fractus” which means
“broken”. In ancient times, the fraction was represented using words. Later, it was
introduced in numerical form.
The fraction is also termed as a portion or section of any quantity. It is denoted by using
‘/’ symbol, such as a/b.
Example: in 1/3 is a fraction where the upper part denotes the numerator and the lower
part is the denominator.

1/3 one-third or one over three

Parts of a Fraction
Numerator: Indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.
Denominator: Indicates the total number of equal parts in the whole.
Example: In 1/8, 1 is the numerator, and 8 is the denominator.

Types of Fractions
1. Proper Fractions - A fraction whose numerator is less than the denominator and
is less than 1.
Example: ¼ and 5/9
2. Improper Fractions - A fraction whose numerator is greater than or equal to the
denominator.
Example: 4/3 and 9/5

3. Mixed Numbers - Consists of a whole number combined with a proper fraction.


Example: 1 1/4

4. Unit Fractions - A fraction with a numerator of 1.


Ex. 1/8
5. Like Fractions - Fractions with the same denominator.
Example: 2/7 and 5/7

6. Unlike Fractions - Fractions with different denominators.


Example: 3/4 and 2/5

7. Equivalent Fractions - Different fractions representing the same value. To get an


equivalent fraction we can multiply or divide both the numerator and denominator
of the given fraction by the same number.
Example: 1/2 = 2/4 = 3/6

Operations with Fractions


Addition of Fractions - Adding fractions involves summing the numerators while keeping
the denominator the same (for like fractions) or finding a common denominator (for
unlike fractions).
a b a+b
Written form: + =
c c c
+ b/c = a+b
Example: 1/4 + 2/4 = 3/4
Subtraction of Fractions - Subtracting fractions requires a common denominator.
a b a−b
Written Form: − =
c c c
Example: 5/6 - 1/6 = 4/6

Multiplication of Fractions - Multiply the numerators and the denominators.


a c a ×c
Written form: × =
b d b×d
Example: 2/3 × 4/5 = 8/15

Division of Fractions - Multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor.


q s q t q ×t
Written Form: ÷ = × =
y t y s y×s
Example: 3/4 ÷ 2/5 = 3/4 × 5/2 = 15/8

ASSESSMENT
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What does the numerator of a fraction represent? a) The total number of parts
b) The number of parts considered
c) The difference between parts
d) The value of the whole

2. In the fraction 5/8, what is the denominator? a) 5


b) 8
c) 13
d) 3

3. Which of the following is a proper fraction? a) 7/3


b) 9/4
c) 5/6
d) 4/4

4. What is 3/4 + 1/4? a) 1/4


b) 4/4
c) 3/4
d) 1

5. A fraction with a numerator of 1 is called a: a) Proper fraction


b) Mixed number
c) Unit fraction
d) Equivalent fraction

True or False
6. In an improper fraction, the numerator is less than the denominator.

7. True or False: 2 1/2 is an example of a mixed number.

8. Like fractions have different denominators.

Fill in the Blanks


9. A fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator is
called an __________ fraction.

10. To divide fractions, you multiply by the __________ of the divisor.


Answer Key
1. b) The number of parts considered
2. b) 8
3. c) 5/6
4. d) 1
5. c) Unit fraction
6. False
7. True
8. False
9. Improper
10. Reciprocal

Conclusion
Understanding fractions is essential for both academic success and practical daily
life. Fractions are foundational in mathematics, helping us to solve problems and
understand concepts in more advanced math. Mastering the various types of fractions—
such as proper, improper, and mixed numbers—along with the operations of addition,
subtraction, multiplication, and division, is crucial. This knowledge not only aids in
school but also in everyday tasks like cooking, shopping, and dividing items, making
fractions a vital skill in many aspects of life.
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