Explanation of fractions 📚

Learn all about fractions step by step. Click on a topic to read the explanation!

What is a Fraction?

A fraction is a part of a whole. It consists of two numbers:

3
4

3 = numerator (how many pieces you have)

4 = denominator (total number of pieces)

Visual Examples

2/4 of the pizza has been eaten

3/3 of the chocolate bar is gone

Adding Fractions

When you want to add fractions, the denominators must be the same.

1/2 + 1/4
2/4 + 1/4
= 3/4