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The "fraction bar" that we usually call it is actually called the vinculum.

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Other term for fraction bar?

If you are talking about the fraction bar in mathematics, the "fraction bar" is the real name. It is sometimes called a vinculum (although this is a misuse of the word). The fraction bar in amateur radio, also known as the forward slash is officially known as the "fraction bar."


Is it proper to use the slash instead of the fraction bar in writing fractions?

Yes.


What is the name of the line between a denominator and a numerator in a fraction?

It's sometimes known as the 'divison bar' or 'fraction bar'.


What is the technical name for the fraction bar?

quotient?


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The noun 'Klondike Bar' is a proper noun, the name of a specific product and a registered trademark brand.


How do you call the fractional bar?

In any proper or improper fraction such as 3/4, the fraction bar, when shown as being horizontal, is called the vinculum. When shown as being slanted, it is called a solidus.


Is a mars bar a proper noun?

Yes The noun Mars Bar is a proper noun, the name of a specific product. A proper noun is always capitalized.


The name of the number above a fraction bar?

Numerator


What is the number below the fraction bar in a fraction?

The number below the fraction bar in a fraction is the denominator. The number above the fraction bar is the numerator.


What do you call the horizontal bar in a fraction?

The horizontal bar in a fraction is called a vinculum or, informally, a "fraction bar".


What do you call the vertical bar in a fraction?

There is no vertical bar in a fraction. A fraction is written with either a horizontal bar or a slanted bar, which is technically called a "vinculum", but most people call it a "fraction bar".


How many parts are in the fraction bar?

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