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Numerator

/NOO-muh-ray-ter/

Definition

The numerator is the top number in a fraction. It tells you how many parts of the whole you have.

💡Example

In the fraction 3/4, the numerator is 3. This means you have 3 parts out of 4 equal parts. In 7/8, the numerator is 7.

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Grades 3-6Key Stage 2

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