What is an Improper Fraction?
one in which the numerator is larger than the denominator
eg. 7/4
Thanks - I didn't have my book and wasn't sure if there was more to it.
You're correct! An improper fraction is indeed a fraction where the numerator (the top number) is larger than or equal to the denominator (the bottom number). This means that the fraction represents a value that is greater than or equal to 1.
To determine if a fraction is improper, you can compare the numerator and denominator. If the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, then the fraction is improper.
For example, in the fraction 7/4, the numerator (7) is greater than the denominator (4), so it is an improper fraction.
It's always good to verify the definitions when you're unsure, so it's great that you reached out for clarification!