Denominator
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Denominator
Denominator (/dɪˈnɒmɪneɪtər/) is a term used in mathematics, specifically in fractions, to represent the total number of equal parts into which the whole or the unit is divided.
Etymology
The term "denominator" originates from the Latin word denominatorem, which means "that which names or designates". In the context of fractions, the denominator designates the number of equal parts into which the whole is divided.
Related Terms
- Numerator: The top part of a fraction, representing the number of equal parts being considered.
- Fraction: A mathematical expression representing the division of one quantity by another.
- Division: The mathematical operation that is the inverse of multiplication.
- Rational number: A number that can be expressed as a fraction where both the numerator and the denominator are integers.
- Common denominator: A shared multiple of the denominators of several fractions.
External links
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- Wikipedia's article - Denominator
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