Question

If $a$ and $b$ are natural numbers such that $a<b$, then $\frac{a}{b}$ is a/an fraction.

• A. mixed
• B. proper
• C. improper

Answer 1

The correct option is B proper

$\frac{a}{b}$ is called a proper fraction if the numerator $a$ is less than the denominator $b$. Given that $a<b$, then the $\frac{a}{b}$ is a proper fraction.