Decimals and Fractions
Basic Formulas - Decimals and Fractions
Types of Fractions:1) Proper Fractions: A fraction whose numerator is less than the denominator is known as a proper fraction. Example: 4/5 2) Improper Fractions: A fraction whose numerator is greater than the denominator is known as a proper fraction. Example: 5/4 3) Mixed Fractions: Fractions which consist of an integral part and a fractional part are known as mixed fractions. All improper fractions can be expressed as mixed fractions. Example:  are mixed fractions.Comparing Fractions:Let us consider 2 fractions To find out which fraction is a bigger one, multiply 'AD' and 'BC'. If AD > BC , then  If AD < BC , then  Recurring Decimals:A decimal in which a set of digits is repeated continually is called a recurring decimal.Example: 1/3 = 0.33333333... Example: 1/7 = 0.142857142857... |