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improper fraction

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improper fraction
n.
A fraction in which the numerator is larger than or equal to the denominator.
improper fraction
n
(Mathematics) a fraction in which the numerator has a greater absolute value or degree than the denominator, as 7/6 or (x2 + 3)/(x + 1)
improper fraction  (m-prpr)
A fraction in which the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 3/2 . Compare proper fraction.
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Noun1.improper fraction - a fraction whose numerator is larger than the denominator
fraction - the quotient of two rational numbers
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improper fraction n (Math) → frazione f impropria
improper fraction n (Math) → frazione f impropria


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