PROPER FACTOR PROPER FRACTION

Proper Factor ( Proper Fraction)

Definition Of Proper Factor

A fraction having the numerator less than the denominator is called a Proper Fraction.

More About Proper Factor

The value of a proper fraction is always less than 1.

Video Examples: Proper and Improper Fractions

Example of Proper Factor

2/5, 4/5, 7/11, 2/13 are proper fractions.

Solved Example on Proper Factor

Ques: Which of the following is a proper fraction?

Choices:

A.
B.
C.
D.
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Step 1: A fraction having the numerator less than the denominator is called a proper fraction.
Step 2: Out of the given fractions, only in , numerator (4) is less than denominator (5).
Step 3: So, is a proper fraction.

Quick Summary

Numerator < Denominator
Value is always less than 1

\[ a/b, where a < b \]

🍎 Teacher Insights

Use visual aids like pie charts or fraction bars to illustrate proper fractions. Emphasize that the numerator represents a part of the whole, and the denominator represents the whole.

🎓 Prerequisites

Basic understanding of fractions
Knowledge of numerator and denominator

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: Which of the following is a proper fraction?

5/4 3/2 2/5 7/7

Q2: Which of the following fractions is less than 1?

9/7 6/5 4/8 8/8

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is 1/2 a proper fraction?
A: Yes, because 1 (numerator) is less than 2 (denominator).

Q: Can a proper fraction be equal to 1?
A: No, a proper fraction is always less than 1.