Fractions

A fraction consist of two parts, the number above the dash is called the numerator and the part under the dash is called the denominator.

When the numerator and denominator of a fraction have no common factors other than 1, the fraction is in simplest form.

When the numerator and denominator of a fraction have a common factor we use a GCF to write a fraction in simplest form.

Find out more about fractions by reading the explanation below.