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Not a proper fraction since it is less than 1.

But a top heavy fraction certainly can be. For example, 9/3 which is 3.

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How do you find a fraction of a prime number?

Divide the prime number.


Can a prime number be used in a fraction?

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Is 1423 over 2642 prime?

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What is a called number when it is not a prime or composite number?

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