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| Question | Answer |
| Write your own card | Write your own card |
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| Numerator | The top number in a fraction - from latin meaning number or counter |
| LCM least common multiple | A term invented to confuse kids! The smallest common multiple of two numbers (denominators) |
| Équivalent fraction | Two or more fractions that are identical in meaning but not appearance |
| Vinculum | The line in a fraction when written numerator over the denominator - often called the fraction bar |
| Solidus | The line in a fraction when written as 3/5 - often called the fraction bar |
| Fraction | Not a whole number, or a whole number and some more - from Latin meaning breaking |
| Oversized or top heavy fraction | Most often called (gasp) Improper fraction - represents a number greater than one - it is often easier to work with improper fractions than mixed number |
| FCM or FCF | The first common factor or multiple you think of that will allow you to rename a fraction! Very useful. |
| Proportion | A statement that says two ratios are equal |
| Simplest looking fraction | Most often called (gasp) Simplest form - a fraction that can not be renamed with a smaller numerator and denominator - has no common factors in the numerator & denominator - ALL ANSWERS ALWAYS ARE TO RENAMED TO SIMPLEST LOOKING FORM |
| Percent | From Latin per centum meaning of 100 |
| GCF greatest common factor | A term invented to confuse kids! The largest common factor of two numbers (denominators) |
| Vulgar fraction | Generally considered a fraction in which the numerator is smaller than the denominator |
| Denominator | The bottom number in a fraction - from latin meaning held in common |