To determine which of the given options is an example of a proper fraction, we need to understand the definition of a proper fraction. A proper fraction is a fraction in which the numerator (the top number) is less than the denominator (the bottom number).
Let's examine each option:
A. [tex]\( \frac{4}{4} \)[/tex]
- In this fraction, the numerator (4) is equal to the denominator (4). Since a proper fraction requires the numerator to be less than the denominator, this is not a proper fraction.
B. [tex]\( \frac{7}{6} \)[/tex]
- Here, the numerator (7) is greater than the denominator (6). This fraction does not meet the criteria for a proper fraction because the numerator must be less than the denominator.
C. [tex]\( \frac{3}{4} \)[/tex]
- For this fraction, the numerator (3) is less than the denominator (4). This is a proper fraction since it satisfies the condition that the numerator is less than the denominator.
D. [tex]\( \frac{4}{3} \)[/tex]
- In this case, the numerator (4) is greater than the denominator (3), so it does not qualify as a proper fraction.
Thus, the only option that represents a proper fraction is:
C. [tex]\( \frac{3}{4} \)[/tex]
Therefore, the best answer is:
C. [tex]\(3 / 4\)[/tex]
