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Class 8 Math Notes - Fractions

Introduction to Fractions

• Fraction: Part of a whole (numerator/denominator).


• Proper fraction: Numerator < Denominator.
• Improper fraction: Numerator ≥ Denominator.
• Mixed fraction: Combination of whole number and proper fraction.

Operations on Fractions

• Addition/Subtraction: Use LCM of denominators to make like fractions.


• Multiplication: Multiply numerators and denominators directly.
• Division: Multiply first fraction by reciprocal of second.

Simplification and Comparison

• Simplify fractions by dividing numerator and denominator by GCD.


• To compare fractions, make denominators same or convert to decimals.

Applications

• Fractions are used in measurements, money, time, and ratios.

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