improper fraction

noun

, Mathematics.

improper fraction

a fraction in which the numerator has a greater absolute value or degree than the denominator, as 7 6 or ( x ² + 3)/( x + 1)

improper fraction

/ ĭm-prŏp′ər /

A fraction in which the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 3 2 .
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First recorded in 1535–45

The Rate-payers will be grateful for even a fraction of a penny, so long as it is not an improper fraction.

An improper fraction is therefore equal either to an integer or to a mixed number.

After all I did not care an improper fraction whether I stayed or went: let the gods decide.

April 24, 2024gallimaufry

[gal-uh-maw-free ]

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