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    Fractions are parts, or pieces of a whole.
    A Unit Fraction is ONE of the equal parts of a whole.
    The numerator of a fraction is the top number and refers to the number of pieces being counted or talked about.
    The denominator of a fraction is the bottom number and refers to the total number of pieces needed to build the whole. 
    1/2 means one of two equal pieces.
    3/4 means three of four equal pieces. 
Last Modified on April 30, 2015