The `____` is the part of the fraction that tells into how many equal parts the whole object is split.

Flashcard 5 - Fractions, Decimals, and Percents Flashcard Set for the Math Basics

denominator

For example, \(\frac{3}{7}\) of something means it should be split into 7 equal parts first. The numerator (3) is how many of those 7 parts you have.

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