Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two numbers, the numerator (top number) and the denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts being considered or the number of shaded parts in a visual representation.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts into which the whole is divided.

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How do you determine what fraction of a shape is shaded?

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To determine the fraction of a shape that is shaded, divide the number of shaded parts (numerator) by the total number of equal parts (denominator).

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What fraction represents one whole?

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A fraction represents one whole when the numerator and denominator are equal, such as 4/4 or 1/1.

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How can you express a fraction as a decimal?

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To express a fraction as a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 5/4.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 1 1/2.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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To add fractions with the same denominator, add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.