Understanding Fractions Fractions are an important part of mathematics that you encounter in everyday life, from sharing a pizza to measuring ingredients for a recipe. A fraction represents a part of a whole, and it’s written with two numbers separated by a line. In this article, we'll explore what fractions are, how to use them, and some tips for working with them! What is a Fraction? A fraction has two parts: Numerator : The top number of a fraction. It tells you how many parts you have. Denominator : The bottom number of a fraction. It tells you how many equal parts the whole is divided into. For example, in the fraction 3/4 : 3 is the numerator, which means you have 3 parts. 4 is the denominator, which means the whole is divided into 4 equal parts. So, 3/4 means you have three out of four equal parts. Types of Fractions Proper Fractions : A fraction where the numerator is smaller than the denominator, like 3/4 . Proper fractions are always less than 1. Improper Fractions : A...