Whole Numbers as Fractions: The Why and How

In summary, whole numbers can be written as fractions with a denominator of 1, which allows for better understanding and comparison of numbers. To convert a whole number to a fraction, simply write the whole number as the numerator and 1 as the denominator. To add or subtract whole numbers as fractions, convert them to fractions with a denominator of 1 and perform the operation as usual. Whole numbers cannot be written as fractions with a denominator other than 1 because they do not have any fractional parts to represent.
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Can we consider all whole numbers as fraction?why?
 
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Do you mean integers? If so, yes, we can.For example. 4 can be written as 4/1 or 8/2 etc...
 
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charliemagne said:
Can we consider all whole numbers as fraction?why?
Yes, because integers are a sub-set of the rational. In other words all integers (whole numbers) can be written in the form a/b where a and b are integers, with b non-zero.
 
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The real point being, Charliemagne- what is your definition of "fraction"?
 

FAQ: Whole Numbers as Fractions: The Why and How

What are whole numbers as fractions?

Whole numbers as fractions are simply the representation of a whole number as a fraction with a denominator of 1. For example, the whole number 5 can be written as 5/1.

Why do we need to write whole numbers as fractions?

Writing whole numbers as fractions allows for better understanding and comparison of numbers. It also allows for easier operations such as addition and subtraction.

How do you convert a whole number to a fraction?

To convert a whole number to a fraction, simply write the whole number as the numerator and 1 as the denominator. For example, 9 can be written as 9/1.

How do you add or subtract whole numbers as fractions?

To add or subtract whole numbers as fractions, convert the whole numbers to fractions with a denominator of 1 and then perform the operation as usual. For example, 3 + 5 can be written as 3/1 + 5/1 = 8/1 = 8.

Can whole numbers be written as fractions with a denominator other than 1?

No, whole numbers can only be written as fractions with a denominator of 1. This is because whole numbers are already whole and do not have any fractional parts to represent.

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