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Denominator
/dih-NOM-ih-nay-ter/
Definition
The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction. It tells you how many equal parts the whole is divided into.
💡Example
In the fraction 3/4, the denominator is 4. This means the whole is divided into 4 equal parts. The denominator cannot be zero.
🎓Used in Grades
Grades 3-6Key Stage 2
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