What are proper fractions, improper fractions and mixed fractions? Give Example for each. [4 MARKS]

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Proper Fraction: The fractions in which the numerator is less than the denominator are called proper fractions.

e.g. $\frac{1}{3}, \frac{3}{4}, \frac{21}{793}$

Improper Fraction: The fractions in which the numerator is greater than (or equal to) the denominator are called proper fractions.

e.g. $\frac{4}{3}, \frac{9}{4}, \frac{22}{9}$

Mixed Fraction: A whole number and a proper fraction mixed together is called a mixed fraction.

e.g. $2 \frac{1}{3}, 1 \frac{3}{4}, 3 \frac{2}{93}$

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