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A fraction is a way to represent a part of a whole. When something is divided into equal parts, a fraction shows how many parts we have. For example, if a pizza is cut into 4 equal slices and you eat 1 slice, you have eaten $\frac{1}{4}$ of the pizza.

Parts of a Fraction:

• Numerator: The top number shows how many parts you have.
• Denominator: The bottom number shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

In $\frac{3}{5}$, 3 is the numerator, and 5 is the denominator, meaning 3 out of 5 equal parts.

Importance of Fractions:

1. Real-Life Use: Fractions help us in everyday activities, like cutting a cake, measuring ingredients while cooking, or dividing candies among friends.
2. Understanding Portions: They help us understand how much of something we have, like half a glass of water or a quarter of a chocolate bar.
3. Foundation for Math: Learning fractions prepares you for more advanced math topics like decimals and percentages.

Types of Fractions:

1. Proper Fractions: The numerator is smaller than the denominator (e.g., $\frac{2}{5}$).
2. Improper Fractions: The numerator is larger than or equal to the denominator (e.g., $\frac{7}{4}$).
3. Mixed Numbers: A whole number combined with a fraction (e.g., 1$\frac{3}{4}$).