Question

Match the following fractions with their types.

• A. Mixed fraction
• B. Proper fraction
• C. Improper fraction

Answer 1

A fraction in which the numerator is less than the denominator, is known as a proper fraction. In $\frac{3}{5}$, 3 < 5.
So, $\frac{3}{5}$ is a proper fraction.

A fraction in which the numerator is greater than the denominator, is known as an improper fraction. In $\frac{7}{2}$, 7 > 2.
So, $\frac{7}{2}$ is an improper fraction.

A mixed number is a combination of a whole number and a proper fraction. In $1\frac{4}{5}$, 1 is a whole number and $\frac{4}{5}$ is a proper fraction.
i.e. $1\frac{5}{4}=1+\frac{5}{4}$